Basic (01-19)
GN 01760.015 Coverage and Contributions under the Uruguayan Social Security System
Uruguayan social security extends coverage to every citizen who has income from gainful
employment, including employees and self-employed persons. The entire Uruguayan population
at retirement age is entitled to a pension or social benefit.
The amount of a Uruguayan benefit is set by the:
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worker's average earnings; and
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number of years of contributions; and
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