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= Uruguay Toll Roads 2025: Complete Peajes Guide =
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'''System:''' Electronic Toll Collection (Telepeaje)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> Electronic toll collection (Telepeaje) + license plate recognition (SUCIVE)<br>
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'''Operator:''' Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> Nationwide - all major routes (Ruta 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, Interbalnearia)<br>
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'''Currency:''' Uruguayan Peso (UYU) / US Dollar (USD)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> Uruguayan Peso (UYU)<br>
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'''Coverage:''' National highways and major routes<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> RFID transponders (TAG), automatic license plate recognition<br>
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'''Technology:''' RFID TAG and automatic license plate recognition
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operators:</strong> Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU), Ministry of Transport and Public Works
 
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== Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Uruguay? 2025 Update ==
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<h2 style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 25px 0 15px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 2px;">Do I Need Telepeaje for Uruguay? 2025 Update</h2>
  
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Yes, Uruguay has an extensive toll road network covering all major national highways. Since 2024, '''all toll collection operates exclusively through automated systems''' - either Telepeaje electronic payment or SUCIVE (Automatic Vehicle Revenue Collection System).
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you don't need Telepeaje to use Uruguay's toll roads - but you'll pay significantly more without it. Uruguay converted to a fully automated toll system in May 2024, eliminating cash payments at all toll plazas nationwide.</p>
  
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'''Toll Required Roads:'''
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> Without Telepeaje, you pay through SUCIVE (license plate recognition) at a 22% premium. For regular travelers, this difference adds up quickly - Telepeaje costs $150.01 vs SUCIVE's $192.37 for Category 1 vehicles.</p>
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* All National Routes (Rutas Nacionales): R1, R2, R3, R5, R8, R9
 
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* Interbalnearia Highway (connecting Montevideo to Punta del Este)
 
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* Major highways connecting cities and border crossings
 
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* International bridges to Argentina
 
  
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'''Payment Methods Available:'''
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> All toll plazas now operate with automatic barriers and electronic collection only. Tourist passes are available for foreign visitors, with payment options including cash at ABITAB/REDPAGOS, international cards at toll plazas, or online for Uruguayan bank accounts.</p>
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* '''Telepeaje''' (electronic TAG system) - recommended
 
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* '''SUCIVE''' automatic billing system
 
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* '''Tourist Pass''' (Pase Turista) for foreign visitors
 
  
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== Uruguay Toll Costs: Current Rates ==
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Uruguay has some of the highest toll rates in Latin America, with tariffs updated semi-annually (June 1 and December 1).
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Uruguay operates a unified toll system across all major routes, with rates updated every six months (June 1 and December 1). All toll plazas use the same pricing structure based on vehicle category and payment method.</p>
  
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=== Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025) ===
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<td>Category 1</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cat 1: Cars, pickup trucks, 2-axle vehicles</td>
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<td>Standard rate</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$150.01 UYU</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$192.37 UYU</td>
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<td>Cars, motorcycles, small vans</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">22% ($42.36)</td>
 
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<td>Category 2</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Cat 2: Tractors without semi-trailer, buses ≤25 passengers</td>
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<td>1.5x standard</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$209.32 UYU</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$268.42 UYU</td>
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<td>Light trucks, motorhomes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">22% ($59.10)</td>
 
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<td>Category 3</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cat 3: 3-axle trucks, large buses</td>
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<td>2.5x standard</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$332.87 UYU</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$426.83 UYU</td>
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<td>Medium trucks, buses</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">22% ($93.96)</td>
 
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<td>Category 4</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Cat 4: 4+ axle cargo vehicles</td>
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<td>4x standard</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$427.37 UYU</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$548.03 UYU</td>
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<td>Heavy trucks, articulated vehicles</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">22% ($120.66)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cat 5: Road trains, articulated vehicles</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$709.43 UYU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$917.12 UYU</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">23% ($207.69)</td>
 
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=== Major Route Toll Examples ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Primary Routes:</strong> Ruta 1 (Montevideo-Colonia), Ruta 3 (Montevideo-Salto), Ruta 5 (Montevideo-Rivera)</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coastal Routes:</strong> Ruta 8 (Montevideo-Treinta y Tres), Ruta 9 (Montevideo-Chuy), Interbalnearia (coastal highway)</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">All routes managed by:</strong> Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU) under Ministry oversight</p>
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<td>Ruta 1</td>
 
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<td>Montevideo - Colonia</td>
 
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<td>~USD $12-15</td>
 
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<td>180 km</td>
 
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<td>Interbalnearia</td>
 
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<td>Montevideo - Punta del Este</td>
 
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<td>~USD $8-10</td>
 
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<td>140 km</td>
 
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<td>Ruta 5</td>
 
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<td>Montevideo - Rivera (Brazil border)</td>
 
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<td>~USD $15-20</td>
 
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<td>500 km</td>
 
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<td>Ruta 3</td>
 
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<td>Montevideo - Salto (Argentina border)</td>
 
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<td>~USD $12-18</td>
 
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<td>380 km</td>
 
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== How to Pay Uruguay Tolls ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">1. Telepeaje Electronic System (Recommended):</strong></p>
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<li>RFID TAG device attached to windshield</li>
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<li>Credit card billing or prepaid balance options</li>
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<li>22% discount compared to SUCIVE rates</li>
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<li>Available at toll plazas, RedPagos, banks, and online</li>
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=== Telepeaje System (Recommended) ===
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<li>Automatic license plate capture and billing</li>
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<li>60-day payment deadline after plaza passage</li>
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<li>Higher rates (22% premium over Telepeaje)</li>
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<li>Payment at ABITAB, RedPagos, or online</li>
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'''How It Works:'''
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* RFID TAG device attached to windshield
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* Automatic payment as you pass through toll plazas
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<li>Register online or via mobile app with foreign license plate</li>
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* 15% discount on all tolls
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<li>Pay after travel completion at destination</li>
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* Works on all toll roads in Uruguay
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<li>Cash payment at ABITAB/RedPagos or international cards at toll plazas</li>
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<li>24-hour activation period, no TAG installation required</li>
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'''Payment Options:'''
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Uruguayan toll roads, use TollGuru Uruguay toll calculator</p>
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* '''Credit card:''' Automatic monthly billing
 
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* '''Prepaid account:''' Top-up as needed
 
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* '''Invoice billing:''' For commercial users
 
  
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'''Where to Get TAG:'''
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* Telepeaje offices and service centers
 
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* Automobile Club del Uruguay (ACU)
 
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* Major petrol stations
 
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* Online at telepeaje.com.uy
 
  
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=== Tourist Pass (Pase Turista) ===
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<li>May 2024: Complete elimination of cash payments at all toll plazas</li>
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<li>All barriers now operate automatically via TAG or license plate recognition</li>
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<li>Enhanced camera systems for improved plate recognition accuracy</li>
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'''For Foreign Visitors:'''
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* License plate recognition system
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* No need for physical TAG
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<li>June 2025: Rate adjustments continuing semi-annual schedule</li>
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* Available online or via mobile app
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<li>Category 1 vehicles: Telepeaje $150.01, SUCIVE $192.37</li>
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* Covers all toll roads during stay
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<li>Consistent 22% discount maintained for electronic payment users</li>
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* Compatible with foreign license plates
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<li>Tourist pass system enhanced with improved mobile app functionality</li>
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'''Registration Process:'''
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* Register at telepeaje.com.uy/paseturista
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* Enter foreign license plate details
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<li>Enhanced SUCIVE system with faster license plate processing</li>
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* Choose payment method
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<li>Improved mobile app for tourists and residents</li>
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* Automatic billing during travel
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<li>Real-time balance checking and transaction history</li>
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<li>Integration with major credit card providers nationwide</li>
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* '''Backup system''' for vehicles without Telepeaje
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* License plate recognition technology
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* Automatic invoice generation
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<li>Montevideo to Colonia (Ruta 1): Multiple toll points, approximately $450-600 UYU total</li>
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* Payment due within specified timeframe
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<li>Montevideo to Salto (Ruta 3): Long-distance route, $600-900 UYU depending on vehicle</li>
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<li>Cross-country travel: Budget $1,000-1,500 UYU for major intercity journeys</li>
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== Recent Changes (2025) ==
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<li>Get Telepeaje for 22% savings on all toll passages</li>
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<li>Residents near toll plazas may qualify for special discounts</li>
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<li>Tourist passes provide convenient payment without local banking</li>
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<li>Check semi-annual rate updates (June 1 and December 1)</li>
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* '''June 2025:''' Semi-annual tariff adjustment implemented
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* '''Full automation:''' All manual toll collection discontinued in 2024
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* '''Enhanced surveillance:''' Improved license plate recognition technology
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<li>Valid license plate clearly visible (barriers won't open without clear reading)</li>
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* '''Tourist integration:''' Better foreign vehicle compatibility
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<li>For foreign vehicles: Tourist pass registration or risk SUCIVE premium rates</li>
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* '''Mobile app updates:''' Enhanced Telepeaje mobile application
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<li>Emergency contact: WhatsApp 098 998 368 (Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00)</li>
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* '''Regional cooperation:''' Cross-border toll agreements with Argentina
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== Penalties & Violations ==
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* '''Obstruction of identification:''' 15x the applicable toll rate
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, all major highways in Uruguay are toll roads. Alternative routes through secondary roads exist but add significant travel time and may be in poor condition, especially during rainy seasons.</p>
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* '''Repeated violations:''' 30x the applicable toll rate
 
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* '''Falsified license plates:''' 15x toll rate plus legal action
 
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* '''TAG tampering:''' 15x toll rate plus device replacement costs
 
  
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=== Common Violations ===
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happens if I don't pay Uruguay tolls?</h3>
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* Mismatched front and rear license plates
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">SUCIVE provides a 60-day payment deadline. After this period, fines escalate to 15x the toll rate for first violations, 30x for repeat offenses, plus potential legal action and damage claims.</p>
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* Outdated Telepeaje account information
 
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* Damaged or obscured license plates
 
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* Using modified or falsified identification devices
 
  
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== Planning Your Uruguay Journey ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, toll rates are the same for all vehicles regardless of nationality. However, tourists have special payment options through the Tourist Pass system for convenience.</p>
  
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=== Cost Considerations ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Telepeaje provides a consistent 22% discount over SUCIVE rates. For a typical car ($150.01 vs $192.37), this saves $42.36 per toll passage, making it worthwhile for any regular travel.</p>
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* '''Extended travel:''' Telepeaje provides significant 15% savings
 
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=== Travel Tips ===
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* '''Pre-purchase recommended:''' Set up payment before travel
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No cash is accepted at toll plazas since May 2024. However, tourists can pay SUCIVE bills with cash at ABITAB or RedPagos locations after completing their journey.</p>
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* '''Traffic light signals:''' Green light indicates successful payment
 
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* '''Alternative routes:''' Limited non-toll alternatives available
 
  
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== Uruguay vs. Neighboring Countries ==
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[[argentina-toll|Argentina]]</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Multiple systems</td>
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<td>Second highest in Latin America</td>
 
 
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<td>USD $1.19 average</td>
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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=== Can foreign tourists use Telepeaje? ===
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Yes, through the Tourist Pass (Pase Turista) system which recognizes foreign license plates automatically. You can also request a physical TAG at no cost for better experience.
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The SUCIVE system will automatically bill you based on license plate recognition, but at higher rates without the 15% Telepeaje discount.
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<li>Telepeaje Customer Service: WhatsApp 098 998 368</li>
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<li>Phone Support: (02) 2916-3288</li>
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<li>Business Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00</li>
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Very limited. Uruguay's road network requires tolls on all major highways. Some local roads exist but significantly increase travel time and may not be suitable for long-distance travel.
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<li>[[brazil-toll-highways-concessionaries-price|Brazil Toll Highways]] - Northern neighbor with diverse state systems</li>
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<li>[[chile-toll|Chile Toll Roads]] - Regional comparison with TAG system</li>
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<li>[[paraguay-toll|Paraguay Toll Roads]] - Regional landlocked country comparison</li>
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* '''Ruta 1:''' Montevideo - Colonia del Sacramento (Argentina border)
 
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* '''Ruta 3:''' Villa María - Trinidad - Paysandú - Salto - Bella Unión (Brazil border)
 
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* '''Ruta 5:''' Montevideo - Canelones - Durazno - Tacuarembó - Rivera (Brazil border)
 
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* '''Ruta 8:''' Montevideo - Minas - Treinta y Tres - Melo - Aceguá (Brazil border)
 
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* '''Ruta 9:''' Horno Mulato - Rocha - Chuy (Brazil border)
 
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* '''Interbalnearia:''' Montevideo - Punta del Este (coastal highway)
 
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* '''Puente General San Martín:''' Fray Bentos (Uruguay) - Puerto Unzué (Argentina)
 
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* '''Puente Libertador General San Martín:''' Gualeguaychú (Argentina) - Fray Bentos (Uruguay)
 
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== Useful Links & Resources ==
 
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* [https://telepeaje.com.uy Official Telepeaje Website]
 
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* [https://telepeaje.com.uy/paseturista Tourist Pass Registration]
 
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* [https://www.gub.uy/ministerio-transporte-obras-publicas/politicas-y-gestion/tarifas MTOP Official Tariff Information]
 
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Uruguay Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: Electronic toll collection (Telepeaje) + license plate recognition (SUCIVE)
Coverage: Nationwide - all major routes (Ruta 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, Interbalnearia)
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Technology: RFID transponders (TAG), automatic license plate recognition
Operators: Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU), Ministry of Transport and Public Works

Do I Need Telepeaje for Uruguay? 2025 Update

No, you don't need Telepeaje to use Uruguay's toll roads - but you'll pay significantly more without it. Uruguay converted to a fully automated toll system in May 2024, eliminating cash payments at all toll plazas nationwide.

Key Reality: Without Telepeaje, you pay through SUCIVE (license plate recognition) at a 22% premium. For regular travelers, this difference adds up quickly - Telepeaje costs $150.01 vs SUCIVE's $192.37 for Category 1 vehicles.

2025 Update: All toll plazas now operate with automatic barriers and electronic collection only. Tourist passes are available for foreign visitors, with payment options including cash at ABITAB/REDPAGOS, international cards at toll plazas, or online for Uruguayan bank accounts.

Uruguay Toll Costs: Current Rates

Uruguay operates a unified toll system across all major routes, with rates updated every six months (June 1 and December 1). All toll plazas use the same pricing structure based on vehicle category and payment method.

Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)

Vehicle Category Telepeaje Rate SUCIVE Rate Savings with TAG
Cat 1: Cars, pickup trucks, 2-axle vehicles $150.01 UYU $192.37 UYU 22% ($42.36)
Cat 2: Tractors without semi-trailer, buses ≤25 passengers $209.32 UYU $268.42 UYU 22% ($59.10)
Cat 3: 3-axle trucks, large buses $332.87 UYU $426.83 UYU 22% ($93.96)
Cat 4: 4+ axle cargo vehicles $427.37 UYU $548.03 UYU 22% ($120.66)
Cat 5: Road trains, articulated vehicles $709.43 UYU $917.12 UYU 23% ($207.69)

Major Toll Routes Coverage

Primary Routes: Ruta 1 (Montevideo-Colonia), Ruta 3 (Montevideo-Salto), Ruta 5 (Montevideo-Rivera)

Coastal Routes: Ruta 8 (Montevideo-Treinta y Tres), Ruta 9 (Montevideo-Chuy), Interbalnearia (coastal highway)

All routes managed by: Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU) under Ministry oversight

How to Pay Uruguay Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods in Uruguay:

1. Telepeaje Electronic System (Recommended):

  • RFID TAG device attached to windshield
  • Credit card billing or prepaid balance options
  • 22% discount compared to SUCIVE rates
  • Available at toll plazas, RedPagos, banks, and online

2. SUCIVE License Plate Recognition:

  • Automatic license plate capture and billing
  • 60-day payment deadline after plaza passage
  • Higher rates (22% premium over Telepeaje)
  • Payment at ABITAB, RedPagos, or online

3. Tourist Pass (Foreign Vehicles):

  • Register online or via mobile app with foreign license plate
  • Pay after travel completion at destination
  • Cash payment at ABITAB/RedPagos or international cards at toll plazas
  • 24-hour activation period, no TAG installation required

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Uruguayan toll roads, use TollGuru Uruguay toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Full Automation Implementation:

  • May 2024: Complete elimination of cash payments at all toll plazas
  • All barriers now operate automatically via TAG or license plate recognition
  • Enhanced camera systems for improved plate recognition accuracy

2025 Rate Updates:

  • June 2025: Rate adjustments continuing semi-annual schedule
  • Category 1 vehicles: Telepeaje $150.01, SUCIVE $192.37
  • Consistent 22% discount maintained for electronic payment users
  • Tourist pass system enhanced with improved mobile app functionality

Technology Improvements:

  • Enhanced SUCIVE system with faster license plate processing
  • Improved mobile app for tourists and residents
  • Real-time balance checking and transaction history
  • Integration with major credit card providers nationwide

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Montevideo to Colonia (Ruta 1): Multiple toll points, approximately $450-600 UYU total
  • Montevideo to Punta del Este (Interbalnearia): Popular tourist route, $300-450 UYU
  • Montevideo to Salto (Ruta 3): Long-distance route, $600-900 UYU depending on vehicle
  • Cross-country travel: Budget $1,000-1,500 UYU for major intercity journeys

Money-Saving Tips:

  • Get Telepeaje for 22% savings on all toll passages
  • Residents near toll plazas may qualify for special discounts
  • Tourist passes provide convenient payment without local banking
  • Check semi-annual rate updates (June 1 and December 1)

Travel Requirements:

  • Valid license plate clearly visible (barriers won't open without clear reading)
  • For foreign vehicles: Tourist pass registration or risk SUCIVE premium rates
  • Emergency contact: WhatsApp 098 998 368 (Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Uruguay tolls completely?

No, all major highways in Uruguay are toll roads. Alternative routes through secondary roads exist but add significant travel time and may be in poor condition, especially during rainy seasons.

What happens if I don't pay Uruguay tolls?

SUCIVE provides a 60-day payment deadline. After this period, fines escalate to 15x the toll rate for first violations, 30x for repeat offenses, plus potential legal action and damage claims.

Do foreign tourists get different rates?

No, toll rates are the same for all vehicles regardless of nationality. However, tourists have special payment options through the Tourist Pass system for convenience.

How much can I save with Telepeaje?

Telepeaje provides a consistent 22% discount over SUCIVE rates. For a typical car ($150.01 vs $192.37), this saves $42.36 per toll passage, making it worthwhile for any regular travel.

Can I pay with cash anywhere?

No cash is accepted at toll plazas since May 2024. However, tourists can pay SUCIVE bills with cash at ABITAB or RedPagos locations after completing their journey.

Uruguay vs. Regional Countries

Country System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Uruguay Electronic only $150-710 UYU All major highways
Argentina TelePASE + manual $50-500 ARS Major highways
Brazil Multiple systems R$2-25 Federal highways
Chile TAG + manual $500-4,000 CLP Urban & highways
Paraguay Cash + electronic G. 2,000-15,000 Major routes

Useful Links & Resources

Official Agencies:

  • Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU) - Toll road operator and concessionaire
  • Ministry of Transport and Public Works (MTOP) - Policy and regulation
  • SUCIVE - License plate recognition and billing system

Contact Information:

  • Telepeaje Customer Service: WhatsApp 098 998 368
  • Phone Support: (02) 2916-3288
  • Business Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00
  • Online: telepeaje.com.uy

Regional Toll Information:

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