ISO 3166-2:UY facts for kids
ISO 3166-2:UY is a special code for Uruguay. It's part of a bigger system called ISO 3166-2. This system helps to give unique codes to different parts of countries around the world.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) created this system. It helps people and computers easily identify specific areas within a country. For Uruguay, these codes are used for its 19 different areas, which are called departments.
Each code for Uruguay has two parts. They are separated by a hyphen. The first part is always `UY`, which stands for Uruguay. The second part is two letters that stand for a specific department.
What are ISO 3166-2 Codes?
The ISO 3166 standard is like a global address book for countries and their parts. It makes sure everyone uses the same names and codes. This is very helpful for things like shipping, mail, and international data.
Why are these codes useful?
Imagine you're sending a package or looking at information online. If everyone uses the same codes for places, it's much easier to understand. These codes help avoid confusion when different languages or names are used for the same place.
Uruguay's Department Codes
Uruguay has 19 departments, and each one has its own special code. These codes are officially listed by the ISO.
| Code | Department Name |
|---|---|
| UY-AR |  Artigas |
| UY-CA |  Canelones |
| UY-CL |  Cerro Largo |
| UY-CO |  Colonia |
| UY-DU |  Durazno |
| UY-FS |  Flores |
| UY-FD |  Florida |
| UY-LA |  Lavalleja |
| UY-MA |  Maldonado |
| UY-MO |  Montevideo |
| UY-PA |  Paysandú |
| UY-RN |  Río Negro |
| UY-RV |  Rivera |
| UY-RO |  Rocha |
| UY-SA |  Salto |
| UY-SJ |  San José |
| UY-SO |  Soriano |
| UY-TA |  Tacuarembó |
| UY-TT |  Treinta y Tres |
See also
In Spanish: ISO 3166-2:UY para niños
