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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit PY?

Q: How long can I stay in Paraguay without a visa?

Up to 90 days per visit. For longer stays, work, or study you must obtain the appropriate visa or residence permit.

Q: Is there a fee to enter Paraguay?

No. The previous USD 100 visa-on-arrival fee was abolished for UAE nationals when the visa exemption took effect in August 2019.

Q: Does my passport need six months of validity?

Paraguay requires a valid passport for the duration of your stay. A six-month validity buffer is not strictly mandated but is strongly recommended to avoid airline or transit problems.

Q: Is Paraguay in the Schengen area?

No. Paraguay is a South American country and is not part of Schengen, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

A yellow fever certificate is only required if you are arriving from or have transited a country at risk of yellow fever transmission. Check current health requirements before you travel.

No visa needed. UAE ordinary passport holders can enter Paraguay visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or short visits. Holders of an ordinary United Arab Emirates passport do not need a visa to visit Paraguay for tourism. Under a mutual visa-waiver Memorandum of Understanding signed on 24 September 2018 and effective from 16 August 2019, UAE nationals holding diplomatic, special, or ordinary passports may enter Paraguay without any pre-entry visa and stay for up to 90 days per visit, with no visa fee. This replaced Paraguay's former system of a USD 100 visa on arrival. Travelers simply present a valid passport on arrival. Paraguay is not part of the Schengen area, so no Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS applies. As always, travelers should hold a passport valid for the duration of stay (a six-month buffer is widely recommended), proof of onward/return travel, and evidence of sufficient funds. The 90-day visa-free allowance is for tourism and short visits only; work, study, or long-term residence require the appropriate visa or residence permit obtained separately.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no pre-entry visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per visit

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted

from issue date

Visa fee

None (USD 0)

consular fee only

Processing time

None — entry granted at the border

standard track

Validity

Passport valid for the duration of stay; 6 months recommended

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport eligibility

Ensure you hold a valid ordinary UAE passport. Diplomatic, special, and ordinary passports all qualify for visa-free entry to Paraguay.

· Ordinary passport· UAE national

/02

Check passport validity

Your passport should be valid for the entire duration of your stay. A six-month validity buffer beyond your departure date is strongly recommended to avoid issues with airlines or transit countries.

· 6 months recommended

/03

Book travel and prepare proof of onward journey

Arrange return or onward tickets. Immigration officers may ask to see proof that you intend to leave within the 90-day visa-free period.

· Return/onward ticket

/04

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address) and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay. These may be requested at the border.

· Accommodation· Funds

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Arrive in Paraguay and present passport

On arrival at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (Asunción) or another port of entry, present your passport. No visa or arrival fee applies.

· No fee· Passport on arrival

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Observe the 90-day limit

Track your stay and depart within 90 days. For longer stays, work, or study, apply for the appropriate visa or residence permit before the limit expires.

· 90 days max

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 8 complete

Valid ordinary UAE passport (6 months validity recommended)

required

At least one blank passport page for entry stamp

required

Return or onward travel ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation or host address in Paraguay

recommended

Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Travel/medical insurance for the trip

recommended

Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting an at-risk country)

conditional

Contact details of embassy or consulate for emergencies

optional

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Pre-entry visa feeUSD 0No visa required for UAE ordinary passport holders

Visa-on-arrival feeUSD 0Abolished for UAE nationals; the former USD 100 VOA no longer applies

Airport/exit taxesUsually included in airfareAny departure tax is typically bundled into the ticket price

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at the border

Immediate on arrival

No application or processing needed. Present a valid passport at immigration; entry for up to 90 days is granted at the port of entry.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

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Mutual visa-waiver agreement

A Memorandum of Understanding between the UAE and Paraguay, signed in September 2018, established reciprocal visa-free travel for nationals of both countries.

High

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Effective since 16 August 2019

The visa exemption has been in force for years and remains current as of 2026, replacing the former visa-on-arrival system.

High

/03

All UAE passport types covered

Diplomatic, special, and ordinary UAE passports all qualify for visa-free entry, so ordinary tourists benefit directly.

High

/04

Short tourist stays only

The 90-day allowance covers tourism and short visits; work, study, or residence require a separate visa.

Medium

/05

Standard entry conditions still apply

Border officers may still ask for onward tickets, proof of funds, or accommodation despite the visa exemption.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

United Arab Emirates to Paraguay route verified

Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Paraguay, Emirates News Agency (WAM), and Gulf News that UAE ordinary passport holders enter Paraguay visa-free for up to 90 days, no fee, under the mutual waiver effective 16 August 2019.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa to visit Paraguay?—

No. Holders of an ordinary UAE passport can enter Paraguay visa-free for tourism and short visits of up to 90 days, with no pre-entry visa and no visa fee.

How long can I stay in Paraguay without a visa?+

Is there a fee to enter Paraguay?+

Does my passport need six months of validity?+

Is Paraguay in the Schengen area?+

Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+

/11 — Passport tools