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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit PY?

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

Up to 90 days, counted on a calendar-year basis. You can apply for an extension with Paraguay's immigration service before your stay expires if you need longer.

Q: Is there an entry fee or reciprocity fee for French travelers?

No. There is no visa fee or reciprocity fee for French citizens entering Paraguay for short tourist stays.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination certificate?

Only if you are arriving in Paraguay after a stay in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, or Venezuela. A simple stopover in those countries does not require it, but it is advisable to carry the certificate.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A valid passport (6 months validity recommended), a return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds (a credit card is usually accepted), and ideally proof of accommodation and travel insurance.

Q: Does ETIAS affect my trip to Paraguay?

No. ETIAS applies to visa-exempt non-EU nationals (such as Paraguayans) entering the Schengen Area. As a French citizen, ETIAS does not concern you.

No visa required. French ordinary passport holders can enter Paraguay visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days, as France is an EU member state and all EU citizens are visa-exempt under Paraguay's visa policy. France (FR) ordinary passport holders do not need a visa to travel to Paraguay (PY) for tourism or short visits. All 27 European Union member states, including France, are on Paraguay's visa-exemption list, allowing a stay of up to 90 days per calendar year. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs (France Diplomatie) confirms no visa is needed for stays under 90 days, with extensions available from Paraguay's immigration service for longer stays. Travelers simply present a valid passport (recommended 6 months validity), proof of onward/return travel, proof of sufficient funds (a credit card is generally accepted), and travel insurance. Note that a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only for travelers arriving after a stay in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, or Venezuela (a simple stopover does not trigger this). When entering Paraguay by land, travelers must ensure their passport receives an entry stamp. ETIAS does not apply to French citizens (it concerns visa-exempt nationals such as Paraguayans entering the Schengen Area from late 2026).

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 visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per calendar year

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted within the 90-day allowance

from issue date

Visa fee

None (0 EUR)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - entry granted at the border

standard track

Validity

Stay counted on a calendar-year basis; extendable via Paraguay immigration

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your French passport is valid - at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay is strongly recommended to avoid issues at the border or with airlines.

· Passport· 6 months recommended

/02

Book onward or return travel

Arrange and keep proof of a return or onward ticket, as Paraguayan immigration and airlines may ask to see evidence that you intend to leave within the 90-day period.

· Return ticket

/03

Prepare proof of funds and accommodation

Have proof of sufficient means to support yourself (a credit card is generally sufficient), plus a hotel reservation or invitation letter and proof of travel insurance.

· Funds· Insurance

/04

Check yellow fever requirements

If you are arriving in Paraguay after staying in Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, or Venezuela, carry an international yellow fever vaccination certificate. A simple stopover does not trigger this requirement.

· Yellow fever certificate if applicable

/05

Enter Paraguay and get your passport stamped

Present your passport on arrival. No visa or fee is required. If entering by land (e.g. from Foz do Iguacu), make sure you stop at the border post to get the entry stamp affixed.

· Entry stamp

/06

Track your stay and extend if needed

Do not exceed 90 days. If you need longer, apply for an extension at Paraguay's Directorate General of Migration (Direccion General de Migraciones) before your permitted stay expires.

· 90-day limit· Extension available

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

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Valid French ordinary passport (6 months validity recommended)

required

Return or onward travel ticket

required

Proof of sufficient funds (credit card generally accepted)

required

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)

recommended

Travel insurance covering the stay

recommended

International yellow fever certificate (only if arriving after Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, or Venezuela)

conditional

Ensure passport is stamped on entry (especially at land borders)

required

Do not exceed the 90-day visa-free allowance

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa fee0 EURNo visa is required for French citizens; entry is free of charge.

Entry/immigration fee0 EURNo fee charged at the border for visa-exempt EU travelers.

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at the border

Immediate (on arrival)

French passport holders are admitted without any prior application or visa; the immigration officer stamps the passport at the point of entry.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

EU member-state visa exemption

Paraguay exempts all 27 European Union member states, including France, from visa requirements for short tourist stays.

High

/02

Short tourist stay within 90 days

The visit qualifies as a short tourist stay of up to 90 days, which is the standard visa-free allowance.

High

/03

Confirmed by the French Foreign Ministry

France Diplomatie explicitly states no visa is needed for stays under 90 days in Paraguay.

High

/04

Reciprocal/friendly travel relations

Paraguay maintains broad visa-free access for Western and Latin American partners, reflecting open tourism policy.

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

France to Paraguay route verified

Verified against Paraguay's visa policy, the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs (France Diplomatie) travel advice, and France-Visas: French ordinary passport holders remain visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism. No change to visa-free status.

/09 — The questions