Country Overview
Production support in Uruguay opens the door to one of South America’s most underrated but increasingly in-demand filming destinations. With its compact geography, elegant colonial architecture, European-style cities, sun-drenched coastline, and rural countryside, Uruguay offers a visual palette far beyond what most expect. Whether you’re capturing vintage Havana, sleek European streets, or beachside lifestyle visuals, Uruguay delivers it all within hours of Montevideo.
Thanks to its progressive infrastructure, low production costs, and seasoned local crew, Uruguay has become a go-to for brands like Netflix, HBO, and Coca-Cola. Atlas Film Fixers provides full-service production support in Uruguay to help you navigate permitting, unlock top locations, and streamline every aspect of your shoot — from drone flights to catering on a coastal ranch.
Most Beautiful Destination for Filmmakers
Uruguay is a country of contrasts and cinematic possibilities. Montevideo’s neoclassical and Art Deco streets double easily for Southern Europe or early-20th-century America. The beach towns of Punta del Este and José Ignacio offer upscale modern aesthetics ideal for luxury and lifestyle campaigns. Inland, rolling pampas and rustic estancias set the stage for Westerns, documentaries, or music videos rooted in nature and authenticity.
Its compact size means you can film urban, rural, coastal, and historical settings in the same day — all with reliable road access and professional local support.
What Does Production Support in Uruguay Include?
While Uruguay is streamlined and film-friendly, foreign productions still need trusted local guidance to get permits, coordinate logistics, and handle gear importation. That’s where Atlas Production support in Uruguay comes in — offering full production support in Uruguay tailored to your specific needs.
Our services include:
- Location scouting across Montevideo, Punta del Este, Colonia, Rocha, and Tacuarembó
- Permit procurement through the Montevideo Audiovisual Bureau and national agencies
- Temporary import clearance for gear (ATA Carnet accepted)
- Casting and bilingual crew sourcing (Spanish-English)
- Vehicle and transportation logistics including grip trucks, talent transport, and rural access
- Accommodation and catering planning for shoots of any scale
- Drone permits and aerial shoot coordination
- Local production insurance guidance
- Liaison with municipalities and landowners for private and public spaces
Uruguay Filming Permits and Requirements
Uruguay is known for its efficient and responsive permitting system. While major productions require lead time, commercial and smaller-scale shoots can often be permitted in just a few days. Atlas Film Fixers handles all the admin so you can focus on what matters most — the creative.
We assist with:
- General filming permits from city or regional authorities
- Drone licenses and airspace clearance from DINACIA (aviation authority)
- Temporary work visas for foreign crew when required
- Gear import documentation and customs navigation
- Risk assessments and safety plans
- Street closures, beach filming, and aerial operations in urban zones
Why Atlas Film Fixers?
We bring decades of local knowledge and international production experience to your project. Whether you’re filming a car commercial on a Montevideo boulevard or shooting a fashion editorial on the dunes of Rocha, our on-the-ground fixers make it all happen smoothly.
Why productions trust us:
- Bilingual teams who speak the language of global production
- Relationships with local authorities, location owners, and service providers
- Extensive experience with commercials, films, music videos, and TV
- Tailored logistical planning for fast-moving, budget-conscious shoots
- On-the-ground flexibility and problem-solving instincts
Why Film in Uruguay?
Uruguay has everything producers love: a safe and stable environment, strong infrastructure, tax incentives for certain projects, and an incredibly diverse range of filming locations. It also has a track record of excellence in handling international productions, both large and small.
Uruguay offers:
- European-style architecture, Atlantic beaches, and open rural landscapes
- Compact size for faster location transitions and lower logistics costs
- Skilled, cost-effective crew base with international experience
- Modern equipment rentals and post-production facilities
- Safe, politically stable country with excellent healthcare and infrastructure
- Friendly, collaborative culture that welcomes foreign productions
Let’s Roll in Uruguay
Production support in Uruguay gives your project access to Latin America’s cinematic gem. With Atlas Film Fixers on your team, you can unlock Uruguay’s full potential with confidence, creativity, and cost-efficiency.
Contact us now to start your next production in one of the most film-friendly countries in the Southern Hemisphere.
