Dialling Code for Uruguay
How to call Uruguay from abroad
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
The international dialling code for Uruguay is +598. To call Uruguay from the UK, dial 00 then 598, followed by the local number. From the US or Canada, dial 011 then 598. On a mobile phone you can simply dial +598 directly.
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Uruguay calling details
| Country code | +598 |
|---|---|
| Internet domain | .uy |
| Emergency number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| Time zone | UTC-03:00 — check the time before you call |
| Capital | Montevideo |
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Uruguay in context
- Uruguay covers 181,034 km², making it the 89th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- Its population density of about 19 people per km² ranks 170th of 196 (1st = most crowded).
- It shares a land border with 2 countries: Argentina, Brazil.
- With 3,499,451 people, Uruguay holds about 0.8% of the population of South America.
- Traffic drives on the right, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- Uruguay is a member state of the United Nations.
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Calling Uruguay — FAQ
What is the international dialling code for Uruguay?
The dialling code for Uruguay is +598.
How do I call Uruguay from the UK?
To call Uruguay from the UK, dial 00 598 followed by the local number (drop any leading 0).
How do I call Uruguay from the US?
To call Uruguay from the US, dial 011 598 followed by the local number.
Do other countries share the +598 dialling code?
No — +598 is used exclusively by Uruguay.
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