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:

  • worker's average earnings; and

  • number of years of contributions; and

  • age of retirement


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GN 01760.015 - Coverage and Contributions under the Uruguayan Social Security System - 01/10/2019
Batch run: 01/10/2019
Rev:01/10/2019