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Paraguayan Visa-Free Tourist Entry

For nationals of countries exempt under Paraguay's visa policy, allowing short tourist stays without applying for a visa in advance.

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The 90-day (extendable) tourist stay and the list of visa-exempt nationalities (including the US/Canada/Australia/New Zealand waiver) are drawn from summaries of official guidance; verify current exemptions and stay length directly with MRE/Migraciones, as the waiver has a defined end date.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Paraguay government website before you apply.
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Official name
Ingreso sin visa (visa exemption)
Route type
Visa-free tourist entry
Purpose
Tourism / short visits
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days, extendable once for a further 90 days before expiry
Widely reported stay period; confirm the exact allowance for your nationality with Migraciones.

Who it is for

  • Nationals of countries listed as exempt from the Paraguayan visa requirement
  • Travellers visiting for tourism, family visits or short non-remunerated purposes
  • US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand citizens currently covered by the visa waiver

Requirements

  • A passport valid for the duration of the intended stay
  • Belonging to a nationality that is exempt from the visa requirement
  • Ability to show onward/return travel and sufficient funds if asked at the border

What you can do

  • Enter and remain for the permitted tourist period
  • Request an extension from the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones before your stay expires
  • Not undertake paid local employment on a tourist entry

How to apply

  • No prior visa application is needed if your nationality is exempt
  • Present your passport to immigration officers on arrival
  • Check your nationality against the Ministry of Foreign Affairs country-by-country visa requirements list before travel

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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