Uruguayan consular representation in Australia
Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney
Find current contact details, opening hours, appointment information, location and consular services for the Consulate-General of Uruguay in Sydney.
Contact information
Contact the Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate-General of Uruguay in Sydney.
Before visiting: consular procedures may require an appointment and supporting documents. Check the current instructions for your particular service before travelling to the Consulate-General.
Location
Where is the Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney?
The Consulate-General is located on Level 20 at 44 Market Street in central Sydney.
Plan your visit: published public opening hours are Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, but individual consular procedures may require an appointment.
About the mission
About the Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney
The Consulate-General of Uruguay in Sydney is Uruguay’s principal professional consular mission in Australia.
It provides a range of consular services for Uruguayan nationals and handles eligible services for people who need to complete procedures relating to Uruguay.
The Consulate-General also supervises Uruguay’s honorary consular network in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Hobart.
The mission is headed by Mrs Anahí Aguirre Toni, Consul-General of Uruguay. The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade records her appointment from 27 April 2026.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Consulate-General in Sydney provides professional consular services. Requirements, supporting documents, fees and appointment procedures depend on the service requested.
Passports and identity documents
The Consulate-General provides eligible procedures including Uruguayan passport renewals, first-time passport applications and renewal of Uruguayan identity cards.
Civil and consular procedures
Services include procedures such as birth registration, certificates of judicial record, proof-of-life certificates and other eligible consular documentation.
Visas for Uruguay
The Consulate-General handles eligible visa applications for travel to Uruguay. Applicants must follow the requirements and appointment procedure published for their visa category.
Check the requirements first: many procedures require forms and supporting documents to be submitted or reviewed before an appointment can be confirmed.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney
The Consulate-General publishes public opening hours of Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Individual consular procedures may require an appointment. For example, the Consulate-General instructs applicants for passport and visa procedures to submit the required information by email before an appointment is arranged.
Check the official instructions for your particular procedure before visiting, as requirements vary between passports, identity documents, visas, civil registration and other consular services.
Consular emergencies: the emergency number +61 499 559 305 is intended for urgent situations outside normal office hours, such as loss of documents before imminent travel, serious accidents, deaths and other situations of vulnerability. It is not intended for routine enquiries about consular procedures.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney
The Uruguayan Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that the Consulate-General in Sydney has jurisdiction throughout Australia, except Canberra.
Its wider consular district also covers New Zealand and a number of Pacific countries and territories.
Within Australia, the Sydney Consulate-General supervises Uruguay’s honorary consulates in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Hobart.
Canberra: consular matters falling within Canberra are handled through the Embassy of Uruguay in the Australian Capital Territory rather than the Sydney Consulate-General.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Uruguayan Consulate-General
Check the requirements for your particular procedure before travelling to the Sydney office.
Check the procedure
Use the official consular website to identify the service you need and review the current eligibility, documentation and application requirements.
Confirm your appointment
Some procedures require documents to be submitted by email before an appointment is arranged. Follow the instructions for your specific service.
Prepare your documents
Bring the original documents, identification, forms and other supporting material requested for your procedure. Requirements vary by service.
Frequently asked questions
Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney
Does Uruguay have a Consulate-General in Sydney?
Yes. Uruguay maintains a professional Consulate-General at 44 Market Street in central Sydney.
Where is the Uruguayan Consulate-General in Sydney?
The Consulate-General is located on Level 20, 44 Market Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia.
How can I contact the Consulate-General?
The telephone number is +61 2 9290 2896 and the official email address is cgsydney@mrree.gub.uy.
What are the opening hours?
The Consulate-General publishes public opening hours from Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Who is the Consul-General of Uruguay in Sydney?
Mrs Anahí Aguirre Toni is the Consul-General of Uruguay. DFAT records her appointment from 27 April 2026.
Can I renew a Uruguayan passport in Sydney?
Yes. Passport renewal is among the services provided by the Consulate-General. Check the current documentation and appointment requirements before applying.
Does the Consulate-General issue first-time Uruguayan passports?
The Consulate-General provides an eligible first-time passport issuance procedure. Applicants must follow the published requirements and request an appointment after preparing the required documents.
Can I apply for a visa to Uruguay in Sydney?
Yes. The Consulate-General handles eligible visa applications. Requirements depend on the visa category and applicants should follow the current official instructions before requesting an appointment.
Which areas does the Sydney Consulate-General cover?
The Uruguayan Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that the Sydney Consulate-General has jurisdiction throughout Australia except Canberra. It also supervises Uruguay’s honorary consulates in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Hobart.
Is there an emergency consular number?
Yes. The Consulate-General publishes +61 499 559 305 for genuine consular emergencies outside normal office hours. The emergency line is not intended for routine enquiries about consular procedures.