hire in Uruguay

Uruguay PEO &
Employer of Record,

SALARY PAYMENT IN Uruguayan Peso (UYU, $, U$)

CONTRACT LANGUAGES Spanish / English

PAYROLL TAX 12.625%

PAYROLL CYCLE Monthly

TIME TO HIRE 24 hours
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The Horizons PEO solution allows you to hire in Uruguay, without setting up a costly subsidiary.

Horizons has the most fair price point for Uruguay PEO on the market with zero hidden fees. Contact us for a cost breakdown

With extensive experience in the Uruguay hiring market, Horizons can hire new employees in as little as 24 hours.

Horizons' HR management platform was built to easily manage Uruguay & international teams, based on client feedback at each step of development.

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SIMPLE, COMPLIANT HIRING WITH HORIZONS PEO

Hire in Uruguay

Horizons ensures day-to-day guidance to help your business navigate Uruguay labor laws and regulations. Horizons also ensures Uruguay payroll is processed on time, and that taxes are withheld as required. As the Uruguay Employer of Record, Horizons is responsible for employee income tax withholding, payment of payroll taxes to state authorities, and submission of tax returns to the Uruguay Tax Office. Partnering with our Uruguay PEO is the quickest and most cost-effective way to enter the Uruguay market.

Facts & Stats

PEO Platform

Hire in Uruguay, and pay employees through our platform or app.

PEO Cost

Our Uruguay PEO solution is the most affordable on the market.

Time-to-hire

Fast onboarding in Uruguay, hire in as little as 24 hours.

Contracts

We draft labor contracts compliant with Uruguay labor law.

Local Benefits

We administer all mandatory benefits and contributions in Uruguay.

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Employment Laws

Employment contracts in Uruguay

When hiring employees in Uruguay, we strongly recommend that you put a written employment contract in place. Contracts should include any relevant details of the employment agreement, be written in Spanish, and use the Uruguayan peso as currency.

Fixed-term

Probationary period	3 months, unless otherwise stated in writing
Termination notice period	1 week + the time until the next payday
Severance	1 month’s salary per year of service, maximum 6 months’ salary

Indefinite

Probationary period	3 months, unless otherwise stated in writing
Termination notice period	1 week + the time until the next payday
Severance	1 month’s salary per year of service, maximum 6 months’ salary

Working hours in Uruguay

The standard working week for employees in Uruguay is 48 hours spread across five days of work.

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Public holidays in Uruguay

There are several national holidays in Uruguay, for which most employees receive the day off work:

Holiday Schedule in Uruguay [2023]

Uruguay has a range of national public holidays that are celebrated annually. In 2023 these holidays are:

Date	Holiday name
1 Jan Sunday	New Year’s Day
1 May Monday	Labor Day / May Day
18 Jul Tuesday	Constitution Day
25 Aug Friday	Independence Day
25 Dec Monday	Christmas Day

Uruguay vacation leave

Employees in Uruguay are entitled to at least 20 days of paid leave annually.

Sick leave in Uruguay

Employees in Uruguay can receive paid sick leave after the fourth day of absence.

In order for employees to receive the full wages due to them, workers must present a valid medical certificate from a certified doctor to their employer.

Maternity and paternity leave in Uruguay

Female employees in Uruguay are entitled to 14 weeks of paid maternity leave. Male employees are entitled to 10 days of paid paternity leave.

Employee severance and terminations in Uruguay

There is no legally mandated minimum notice period for terminations in Uruguay, but it is good practice to offer one. Severance payments usually equal one month of salary for every year with an employer, up to six months of pay in total.

Taxation in Uruguay

The income tax system in Uruguay is progressive, with rates of between 0% and 36% depending on income level.

The corporate tax rate in Uruguay is generally 25%.

Health coverage in Uruguay

There is a social healthcare system in Uruguay, but employers also regularly offer private medical insurance as a benefit of employment.

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Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Laws in Uruguay

The minimum wage in Uruguay is 16,300 pesos per month for full-time employees.

Benefit management in Uruguay

Building a benefits system for your Uruguayan workforce can be difficult and complicated to navigate if you are not familiar with the country, its customs, and its employment laws. To set it up independently, it can take several weeks and potentially lead to unexpected delays.

At Horizons, we specialize in running the setup and management of Uruguayan employee benefits systems so you don’t have to. We’ll take care of everything, using our knowledge and experience to ensure you are compliant and ready to hire in Uruguay.

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With Horizons, you get quick service, transparent pricing, and expert support.

FAQs

What is the difference between an Uruguay PEO and an Uruguay EOR?

An Uruguay PEO and an Uruguay EOR are two types of companies which specialize in providing human resources services to businesses in Uruguay.

The main difference between an Uruguay PEO and an Uruguay EOR is in the scope of their services.

Uruguay PEOs provide a full range of HR services, including payroll, benefits administration, and employee recruiting—all under one roof as a co-employer. Engaging an Uruguay PEO is essentially outsourcing your HR duties in Uruguay.

Uruguay EORs actually take over as the legal employer of your employees based abroad. Uruguay EORs become responsible for labor compliance for your employees in Uruguay.

At Horizons, we offer both PEO and EOR services in Uruguay. Get in touch now and let us know what service you are seeking.

Can a PEO in Uruguay hire both local and foreign nationals to work in Uruguay ?

A PEO in Uruguay can feasibly hire both local and foreign nationals to work in Uruguay.

However, the ability of Horizons to sponsor your foreign national employee in Uruguay may be limited due to visa quotas practiced in many countries.

Contact us with your requirements and our Global Mobility team with review the case and get back to you within 2 business days.

How long does Horizons' Uruguay PEO service take to hire an employee?

In most cases, Horizons’ Uruguay PEO can hire & onboard your employee within 24 hours. The actual start date of the employee will depend on their notice period obligation to their previous employer as well as any relevant hiring rules in Uruguay.

Is it possible to get a work visa in Uruguay ?

It is possible to get a work visa in Uruguay. Horizons’ Global Mobility team is a dedicated team of work visa experts. They assess the details of each case to determine feasibility and costs before Horizons applies for the work visa on behalf of your employee. If the Global Mobility team determines that your case is feasible, the process is smooth and transparent. Visa spots in Uruguay are limited, however—get started today to secure your employees’ visa spot.

hire in Uruguay

Uruguay PEO & Employer of Record,

SIMPLE, COMPLIANT HIRING WITH HORIZONS PEO

Hire in Uruguay

Facts & Stats

stay compliant with Uruguay labor laws

Employment Laws

Employment contracts in Uruguay

Fixed-term

Indefinite

Working hours in Uruguay

Hire compliantly in Uruguay without a local entity.

Public holidays in Uruguay

Uruguay vacation leave

Sick leave in Uruguay

Maternity and paternity leave in Uruguay

Employee severance and terminations in Uruguay

Taxation in Uruguay

Health coverage in Uruguay

hassle-free Uruguay compensation & benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Laws in Uruguay

Benefit management in Uruguay

Hire in Uruguay in 24h without your own local entity.

FAQs

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