Embassy of Uruguay in Yerevan, Armenia; address Amiryan 4/6, Yerevan; phone +37460601718. Head of mission: Mr. Eduardo Rosenbrock Bidart. Plus 1 other…
Head of mission: Mr. Eduardo Rosenbrock Bidart, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Armen Hayrapetyan, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Uruguay is an appealing destination for some Armenian travelers, thanks to its vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes. Positioned between Brazil and Argentina, it offers a variety of attractions that can attract both leisure and business visitors. With around 300,000 Armenians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Uruguay an intriguing option.
Uruguay is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Armenia. According to the Global Peace Index, Uruguay ranks 51st out of 160 countries, making it safer than Armenia, which ranks 74th. In terms of crime statistics, Uruguay has a higher murder rate at 8.9 per 100,000 people compared to Armenia's 2.2. However, the overall crime environment in Uruguay is assessed as less influenced by organized crime, with lower indices in several categories according to the Global Organized Crime Index. For instance, Uruguay scores 1.5 for mafia groups, while Armenia scores 3.0. While travelers should always exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings, Uruguay is relatively safer than Armenia in several aspects of crime and safety.