I had one for 3 days/ 2nights in January but couldn't pinpoint it to food as I had shared meals with others and no one got it from eating the same things...
The talented subte musicians deserve it... the subte is terrible, between the heat, the crowds, and the tactic of leaving a product on your lap. The good musicians make it so much better.
I thought that customs allows you 1 package for $25 declared or less per year... had you received any packages to your door before this? Also, small envelope sized items usually get through without going to Retiro.
Actually I'm an active member.. but when I go somewhere looking for a free place to stay I tend to arrange it in advance, use the CS website instead of this one to network and find hosts, and also bring some backup money in case I am not lucky!
honestly you are traveling with no money, relying on the kindness of others, and you come here to ask for a contact who would be willing to host you in Montevideo? Sounds a bit looney...
Just pay it on the way out it's much easier/ faster and I hate that Retiro building! I actually did it in Aeroparque the day before I left because I live close to there and could go by car. The fee is still 300 pesos!!
I had the same issue... overstayed for the second time (in 3 years) last year, got my second overstay stamp in December and came back in January with no problems. But I did tell them (when they asked how long I was staying) that I was going to start my residency process. But that I hadn't done...
I understand your frustration but I also want to express my political correctness in saying that the *r word is really not appropriate in this instance...