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Montevideo or Penang

Comprehensive comparison between Montevideo (Uruguay) and Penang (Malaysia). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Penang is more affordable than Montevideo. Montevideo has a cost rating of 50/100, while Penang has a cost rating of 30/100.
In terms of safety, Montevideo ranks higher with a safety score of 86/100, compared to Penang at 82/100. Montevideo's safety score is 86/100 and Penang's safety score is 82/100.
Average rent in Montevideo is typically €550 - €900 per month, whereas typical rent in Penang averages €350 - €650 per month.
For Montevideo, the visa process is rated as: Uruguay Digital Nomad Visa & Direct PR Track (Uruguay offers a 180-day Digital Nomad Visa (renewable up to 1 year) and one of the fastest permanent residency pathways in the Americas.). For Penang, the process is rated as: DE Rantau Nomad Visa & MM2H (Malaysia’s DE Rantau Nomad Visa grants remote workers up to 2 years residence (~$24k/yr income), alongside MM2H long-term residency.).