Banking
Uruguay — Opening a Bank Account as a Foreigner
The single-window page covers opening a business account at Banco de la Republica (BROU) for sole owners and SAS companies; it gives no timeline or fee.
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceUruguay Single Window (VUI), opening a bank accountLast reviewed: 2026-10-26
Why this matters
A local bank account is a practical prerequisite for renting long-term, paying utilities, receiving a Uruguayan salary, and completing many residency-related administrative steps.
Key facts
- The page names Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay (BROU) as the bank.
- It applies to sole ownerships and Simplified Joint Stock Companies (SAS).
- RUT registration with the DGI is a prerequisite, using DGI forms 6906 and 6951 online or 6351 and 6361 on paper.
- The Commercial Registry certificate must be no older than 15 calendar days.
- No processing time, cost or non-resident procedure is given; contact VUI on (598) 2915 3838 or authorized banks.
Steps
- Step 1 — Gather passport and proof of Uruguayan address (lease, utility bill, or notarized landlord letter)
- Step 2 — Visit a BROU branch to open a basic account, or a private bank if a cédula/RUT is already in hand
- Step 3 — Provide a RUT number (from DGI) if opening with a private bank