Capital city, Uruguay
Internet in Montevideo: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Montevideo?
Median fixed broadband in Uruguay is 208 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Pocitos and Ciudad Vieja usually have good wifi for laptops; Uruguay's fibre is among the region's best.
Getting online in Montevideo
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Antel in almost every building; about UYU 1,000–1,600 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés in Pocitos and Ciudad Vieja usually have good wifi for laptops; Uruguay's fibre is among the region's best. |
| Tourist SIM | Antel, Claro and Tigo shops sell prepaid SIMs with a passport; Antel has the widest coverage and Tigo sells prepaid eSIMs. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Antel, Claro, Tigo (formerly Movistar) |
| Monthly data plan | $U500–1,000 ($12–25) |
Coworking in Montevideo
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in South America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Montevideo?
Median fixed broadband in Uruguay is 208 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Pocitos and Ciudad Vieja usually have good wifi for laptops; Uruguay's fibre is among the region's best.
Which SIM card should I get in Montevideo?
Antel, Claro and Tigo shops sell prepaid SIMs with a passport; Antel has the widest coverage and Tigo sells prepaid eSIMs.
Can I use an eSIM in Uruguay?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Uruguay
- Antel
- Claro
- Tigo (formerly Movistar)
- Montevideo Municipality
- Carrasco International Airport
- Hospital Británico
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.