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Montevideo or Phuket

Comprehensive comparison between Montevideo (Uruguay) and Phuket (Thailand). 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, Phuket is more affordable than Montevideo. Montevideo has a cost rating of 50/100, while Phuket has a cost rating of 40/100.
In terms of safety, Montevideo ranks higher with a safety score of 86/100, compared to Phuket at 82/100. Montevideo's safety score is 86/100 and Phuket's safety score is 82/100.
Average rent in Montevideo is typically €550 - €900 per month, whereas typical rent in Phuket averages €500 - €850 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 Phuket, the process is rated as: Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) 5 Years (Thailand’s DTV visa offers remote workers a 5-year multiple-entry visa allowing up to 180 days stay per entry (extendable to 360 days).).