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Montevideo or Phnom Penh

Comprehensive comparison between Montevideo (Uruguay) and Phnom Penh (Cambodia). 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, Phnom Penh is more affordable than Montevideo. Montevideo has a cost rating of 50/100, while Phnom Penh has a cost rating of 24/100.
In terms of safety, Montevideo ranks higher with a safety score of 86/100, compared to Phnom Penh at 76/100. Montevideo's safety score is 86/100 and Phnom Penh's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Montevideo is typically €550 - €900 per month, whereas typical rent in Phnom Penh averages €400 - €700 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 Phnom Penh, the process is rated as: 1-Year Ordinary Business Visa (EB Visa) (Cambodia offers the easiest 1-year renewable Ordinary (EB) Business Visa in Southeast Asia, with zero complicated income proofs.).