Australian consular representation in Uruguay
Australian Consulate in Montevideo
Find current contact details, passport application information and limited consular assistance available from the Australian Consulate in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Contact information
Contact the Australian Consulate in Montevideo
Use the current official details below to contact the Australian Consulate in Montevideo.
Before visiting: the Australian Consulate in Montevideo is an honorary post with limited services. Contact the Consulate before attending to confirm current availability and appointment arrangements.
Location
Where is the Australian Consulate in Montevideo?
The Australian Consulate is located at 25 de Mayo 455 in central Montevideo.
Contact first: regular public opening hours are not currently published by the Australian Government for the Honorary Consulate. Contact the office before travelling to the address.
About the mission
About the Australian Consulate in Montevideo
The Australian Consulate in Montevideo is an honorary Australian consular post providing a local point of contact for Australians in Uruguay.
The Consulate is headed by Honorary Consul Dr Alfredo Taullard. Honorary consulates provide a more limited range of services than Australia’s professional embassies and consulates-general.
Australia’s Ambassador in Buenos Aires is also accredited to Uruguay. The Australian Embassy in Argentina has responsibility for Uruguay and provides full consular support when assistance cannot be provided by the Honorary Consulate in Montevideo.
Services for Australians
Consular and passport services
The Australian Consulate in Montevideo provides limited consular assistance and can assist Australian citizens with passport applications.
Limited consular assistance
Australians in Uruguay can contact the Honorary Consulate for limited consular assistance. More complex cases are handled by the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires.
Passport applications
Australian citizens in Uruguay can lodge passport applications through the Honorary Consulate in Montevideo. Contact the Consulate to arrange an appointment and confirm the current application requirements.
Passport issuance
The Honorary Consulate does not issue Australian passports. Passport applications lodged in Montevideo are handled through Australia’s wider passport network.
Full consular services: for assistance beyond the services available from the Honorary Consulate, contact the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires on +54 11 4779 3500.
Visas and citizenship: Australian visa, immigration and citizenship matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Do not rely on the Honorary Consulate for Australian visa processing.
Visitor arrangements
Passport appointments in Montevideo
Australian passport applications can be lodged through the Honorary Consulate in Montevideo, but an appointment should be arranged before attending.
Passport interviews
Australian citizens in Uruguay can lodge passport applications at the Honorary Consulate. Contact the Consulate before visiting to arrange an interview and confirm which documents are required.
Applications by mail
Some eligible adult Australian passport renewal applications can be lodged by mail under the arrangements administered by the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires. Check your eligibility before sending an application.
Passport processing: the Honorary Consulate can accept eligible applications but does not print or issue Australian passports. Allow sufficient time for overseas passport processing and delivery.
Consular arrangements
Uruguay
The Australian Consulate in Montevideo provides a local Australian consular presence in Uruguay, while the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires has overall responsibility for the country.
Montevideo
The Honorary Consulate provides limited consular assistance and can assist Australian citizens in Uruguay with passport applications.
Buenos Aires
The Australian Embassy in Argentina is responsible for Uruguay and provides full consular services to Australians when assistance is not available locally.
Diplomatic representation: Australia’s Ambassador to Argentina holds non-resident accreditation to Uruguay.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Australian Consulate
Contact the Honorary Consulate before attending and confirm that the service you require can be provided in Montevideo.
Contact before visiting
Regular public opening hours are not currently published. Call, use WhatsApp or email the Consulate before travelling to the office.
Prepare passport documents
For a passport application, complete the correct form and prepare the required photographs, identification and supporting documents before your appointment.
Use Buenos Aires when required
For full consular assistance or services that cannot be provided by the Honorary Consulate, contact the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires.
Emergency assistance: for full consular assistance, contact the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires on +54 11 4779 3500. If you cannot contact an Australian mission in an emergency, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.
Frequently asked questions
Australian Consulate in Montevideo
Does Australia have a Consulate in Uruguay?
Yes. Australia maintains an Honorary Consulate in Montevideo. The official Australian Government designation is Australian Consulate in Montevideo.
Where is the Australian Consulate in Montevideo?
The Consulate is located at 25 de Mayo 455, 2nd Floor, Montevideo 11000, Uruguay.
How can I contact the Australian Consulate in Montevideo?
Call or use WhatsApp on +598 98 451 451, or email ausconur@gmail.com.
Who is the Australian Honorary Consul in Uruguay?
The Australian Honorary Consul in Montevideo is Dr Alfredo Taullard.
Can the Australian Consulate in Montevideo help in an emergency?
The Honorary Consulate provides limited consular assistance. For full consular assistance, contact the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires.
Can I apply for an Australian passport in Montevideo?
Yes. Australian citizens in Uruguay can lodge passport applications through the Honorary Consulate in Montevideo. Contact the Consulate to arrange an appointment.
Does the Consulate issue Australian passports?
No. The Australian Government specifically states that the Honorary Consulate in Montevideo does not issue Australian passports.
Can I renew an Australian passport by mail from Uruguay?
Some eligible adult passport renewals can be lodged by mail under arrangements administered by the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires. Check the current eligibility requirements before sending an application.
Which Australian Embassy is responsible for Uruguay?
The Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is responsible for Uruguay. Australia’s Ambassador in Buenos Aires is also accredited to Uruguay.
Does the Consulate process Australian visas?
Australian visa, immigration and citizenship matters are administered by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. The Honorary Consulate should not be used for Australian visa processing.
What should I do in a consular emergency?
Contact the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires on +54 11 4779 3500. If you cannot contact an Australian mission, call Australia’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305.