Free Call to Uruguay from US — $0.15/min (2026)
Call Uruguay for $0.15/min with BubblyPhone. WhatsApp dominant. Country code +598. Montevideo 2. Excellent internet (Antel fiber). Small country (3.5M) with great connectivity.
Yes: WhatsApp calls to Uruguay are free, and virtually everyone there uses it; Antel's fiber network keeps app calls clear. Calling a Uruguayan phone number isn't free: BubblyPhone charges from $0.15/min, $9.00 for a full hour. The country code is +598, and Montevideo's area code is 2.
Whether you're calling family in Montevideo, friends in Punta del Este, or business contacts in Colonia, here's every option for calling Uruguay cheaply or for free.
Free: App-to-App Calls
Both people need the app and internet. No charges, no limits.
1. WhatsApp — Universal
WhatsApp is the default communication tool in Uruguay. Free voice and video calls work excellently — Uruguay has one of the best internet infrastructures in Latin America. Antel's fiber network covers most of the country, and mobile data is reliable across all carriers.
2. Facebook Messenger — Common
Messenger is the second most popular option. Facebook is widely used in Uruguay, and many people use Messenger alongside WhatsApp for video calls and group conversations.
3. Telegram — Growing
Telegram has gained users in Uruguay, especially among younger and tech-savvy users. Uruguay has a strong tech sector relative to its size, with a growing startup ecosystem in Montevideo.
4. FaceTime — Moderate
iPhone has decent market share in Uruguay — higher than many Latin American countries given Uruguay's relatively high purchasing power. FaceTime works well for personal calls.
Calling Uruguayan Phone Numbers
Uruguay is moderately priced to call:
| Service | Mobile Rate | Landline Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BubblyPhone | $0.15/min | $0.15/min | Browser, iOS, Android |
| Google Voice | $0.20/min | $0.07/min | US Google account required |
| Rebtel | $0.18/min | $0.06/min | Calling plans available |
| AT&T / Verizon | $2.50-4.00/min | $2.50-4.00/min | Up to 28x more expensive |
Our honest take: Google Voice ($0.10/min mobile, $0.05/min landline) is cheaper than BubblyPhone ($0.15/min) for Uruguay. But WhatsApp is free and universally used — Uruguay's excellent internet makes app-to-app calls crystal clear. Try WhatsApp first.
How to Dial Uruguay from the US
# From a US phone:
011 + 598 + area code + number
# From a mobile (or VoIP app):
+598 + area code + number
# Example — calling a Montevideo landline:
+598 2 123 4567
# Example — calling a Uruguayan mobile:
+598 94 123 456
# Example — calling Punta del Este:
+598 42 123 456
Important: Drop the leading 0 that Uruguayans dial domestically. Montevideo's area code is 2. Mobile numbers start with 9 and are 8 digits. Other cities: Punta del Este is 42, Colonia is 52, Salto is 73.
Key Area Codes
- Montevideo: 2
- Punta del Este: 42
- Colonia: 52
- Salto: 73
- Mobiles: Start with 9 (drop leading 0)
Carriers & Mobile
- Antel: State-owned, dominant carrier
- Movistar: Second carrier (Telefónica)
- Claro: Third carrier (América Móvil)
- Antel fiber: Nationwide FTTH network
- Internet: Among best in South America
Which Method Should You Use?
Calling family in Uruguay
WhatsApp — free, universal, and Uruguay's fiber internet means excellent call quality. Video calls work great.
Calling a Uruguayan business
Google Voice ($0.05/min landline) or BubblyPhone ($0.15/min). Many Uruguayan businesses also accept WhatsApp inquiries.
Calling someone in Punta del Este
WhatsApp — Punta del Este is a resort town with excellent connectivity. For landlines, BubblyPhone at $0.15/min or Google Voice at $0.05/min.
Tips for Calling Uruguay
- Uruguay is 2 hours ahead of EST (UYT, UTC-3). When it's 10 AM in New York, it's noon in Montevideo. Very manageable time difference
- Excellent internet — Antel's nationwide fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network gives Uruguay one of the best internet infrastructures in Latin America. WhatsApp calls are crystal clear
- Small country, high connectivity — with only 3.5 million people (half in Montevideo), Uruguay has high smartphone and internet penetration. Nearly everyone is reachable via WhatsApp
- Spanish-speaking — with a distinctive Rioplatense accent similar to Argentine Spanish. English is increasingly common among professionals and younger generations
- Progressive and stable — Uruguay is known for political stability, progressive policies, and a strong tech sector. It's often called the "Switzerland of South America"
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