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Set up your company in Uruguay the simple way

We guide you through every step of opening your company: incorporation of corporations (SA), limited liability companies (SRL), simplified joint-stock companies (SAS) and sole proprietorships — 100% online, with full legal support.

24/7 support available
100% online
Legal advice included

Results

+500

Companies incorporated

24/7

Support available

100%

Online process

20+

Years of experience

Steps to open your company

A clear, guided process. We handle every filing so you can focus on your business.

1

Initial consultation

We assess your case, choose the right type of company and plan the incorporation.

2

Incorporation or purchase of a ready-made company

We draft the bylaws, the deed and all legal documents, and arrange the notarial signing.

3

Company registration

Registration with DGI (tax authority), BPS (social security), the Commerce Registry and any required permits.

4

Ready to operate

Your company is incorporated and registered, ready to invoice and operate legally.

Everything you need to start your business in Uruguay

From incorporation to day-to-day operations, we cover every legal and administrative aspect.

Company formation

We set up your SA, SRL, SAS or sole proprietorship with tailored bylaws and complete documentation.

Ready-made company in 24 hours

Acquire an already incorporated company and start operating within 24 hours. A ready-to-use company with up-to-date documentation — no waiting for filings or registry deadlines.

Comprehensive legal advice

Legal advice for companies in Uruguay: contracts, compliance, intellectual property and commercial law.

100% online process

We handle everything digitally — company registration, DGI, BPS and permits — without you having to leave home.

Partners and investors

We structure partnership agreements, shareholder agreements and the entry of local or foreign investors.

Accounting and tax

We keep your company’s books, file its tax returns and handle all tax compliance with DGI.

How do you set up a company in Uruguay?

Answers to the most common questions about opening and registering a company.

The main steps are: choose the type of company (SA, SRL, SAS or sole proprietorship), draft the bylaws, execute the notarial deed, register the company with the National Commerce Registry, register with DGI and BPS, and obtain any required permits. We handle the entire process.

Yes. With a Simplified Joint-Stock Company (SAS) you can incorporate 100% online through the government’s Empresa en el Día portal. For other types of company, we also handle most of the process digitally.

The cost depends on the type of company and the complexity of the structure. A sole proprietorship is the most affordable option, while an SA has higher notarial and registration costs. Contact us for a quote tailored to your case.

The main filings are: registration with the National Commerce Registry, registration with DGI (RUT tax ID), registration with BPS as a company and, depending on your activity, municipal and industry-specific permits. The process varies depending on the type of company you choose.

Uruguay is very open to foreign investment. You do not need to be a resident to incorporate a company. You need a valid identity document, must appoint a legal representative in Uruguay, and meet the same requirements as a local. We advise you throughout the process, including immigration procedures if you need them.

The SA is ideal for larger companies with many shareholders. The SRL works well for SMEs with few partners. The SAS is the newest and most agile option, designed for startups and entrepreneurs. The sole proprietorship is for a single person, with the simplest paperwork. Each differs in liability, minimum capital and requirements.

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Location

Montevideo, Uruguay

Office hours

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Uruguay time)

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Companies formed

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