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Philippines vs Uruguay: the digital nomad visas compared

Low confidence Last verified June 15, 2026 Reviewed by Henry van de Vorming

The short version

  • Philippines grants a longer initial stay (12 months vs 6), and it is renewable.
Side-by-side comparison of the Philippines DNV and the Uruguay Nómada Digital permit.
Criteria Philippines DNV Uruguay Nómada Digital permit
Minimum income / month No fixed threshold No fixed threshold
Income basis Savings accepted Savings accepted
Initial duration 1 year (better) 6 months
Renewable Yes Yes
Maximum total stay No fixed limit 1 year
Path to permanent residence No Indirect (switch required)
Path to citizenship No Via permanent residence
Family inclusion No No
Working for local clients Not allowed Not allowed
Tax treatment Territorial taxation Territorial taxation (Sistema de fuente territorial (IRPF/IRNR); optional new-resident tax holiday for those who become tax residents)
Health insurance Required (explicit) Not required
Insurance duration required Full visa period —
Application fee — ≈ €8
Where to apply Embassy / consulate, Online Online, In country
Processing time — 2–4 weeks

Green values mark the objectively better number in that row.

Full guide

Philippines DNV →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Full guide

Uruguay Nómada Digital permit →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Don't forget insurance

Both programs have their own health-insurance rules — we match plans against each one's published requirement, with the evidence shown.

Insurance for Philippines → Insurance for Uruguay →

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