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Salto: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Salto is a city in and the capital of the Salto Department in northwestern Uruguay. As of the 2023 census it had a population of 114,084 and is the second most populated city in Uruguay, after Montevideo.

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Exchange rate$40.28per 1 $UYU — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Salto in pictures23 photos · 1 place
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Getting there and staying

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Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution in Uruguay due to crime . Exercise increased caution in Uruguay due to crime . Crime is most common in these departments: Montevideo Canelones Maldonado Rivera Violent crime occurs across the country. Crimes include homicide, armed robbery, carjacking and theft. These crimes can happen at any time and have affected U.S. citizens.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Rubem Berta Airport URG199 km away — the nearest airport
Pres. Gral. Óscar D. Gestido Binational Airport RVY241 km from the centre
General Urquiza Airport PRA243 km from the centre

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