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Indonesia to Paraguay visa requirements

Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Paraguay for tourism. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for ordinary Indonesian passports; the visa must be obtained in advance from a Paraguayan embassy or consulate before travel. As of mid-2026, Indonesia is not on Paraguay's list of nationalities granted visa-free entry on an ordinary passport. The only Indonesia-specific exemption in Paraguay's visa policy covers diplomatic, official and service passport holders, who may enter without a visa for up to 30 days. Holders of ordinary (regular) Indonesian passports must apply for a consular tourist visa in advance. Because Indonesia has no Paraguayan embassy with full visa services in Jakarta, applications are typically handled through the Paraguayan diplomatic mission accredited to Indonesia (often via Tokyo or another regional consulate) or directly with Paraguay's Directorate General of Migration. Some travel aggregators incorrectly report Indonesia as visa-free; this appears to conflate the diplomatic-passport waiver with ordinary passports. Following a conservative standard and the authoritative Paraguay visa policy, the correct verdict for an ordinary passport tourist is visa-required. Paraguay is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Travelers should confirm the exact procedure and fee with the nearest accredited Paraguayan consulate before booking, as Paraguay periodically revises its reciprocity-based fee schedule.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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
Consular tourist visa (obtained in advance from a Paraguayan embassy/consulate)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry (set on the visa/at entry)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry, depending on visa issued
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. USD 65 (single entry) to USD 100 (multiple entry)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 5-15 business days
standard track
Validity
Typically up to 90 days from issue for tourist visas; multiple-entry visas may be valid longer
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport eligibility
Ensure your ordinary Indonesian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended departure from Paraguay and has at least two blank pages.
· 6-month validity· ordinary passport
/02
Locate the accredited Paraguayan mission
There is no full-service Paraguayan embassy in Jakarta; identify the Paraguayan consulate/embassy accredited to Indonesia (commonly handled via the mission in Tokyo or another regional consulate) and contact it for current requirements.
· embassy/consulate· contact in advance
/03
Gather supporting documents
Prepare the visa application form, passport photos, proof of onward/return travel, hotel bookings, proof of funds, and a travel itinerary.
· documents· proof of funds
/04
Submit the application and pay the fee
Lodge the application in person or by the mission's accepted method and pay the consular visa fee (approx. USD 65-100 depending on entries).
· application form· consular fee
/05
Wait for processing
Allow roughly 5-15 business days; apply well ahead of your travel dates as timelines vary by mission.
· 5-15 business days
/06
Collect the visa and travel
Collect your passport with the visa, verify the stay duration and entry conditions, and carry supporting documents for the immigration check on arrival.
· collect passport· carry documents
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
Indonesia -> Paraguay · Consular tourist visa (obtained in advance from a Paraguayan embassy/consulate)
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RequiredOrdinary Indonesian passport valid 6+ months beyond stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least two blank passport pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Paraguay visa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photographs
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Paraguay
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredConsular visa fee (USD 65-100)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from/transiting endemic areas)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Application link included: Visa policy of Paraguay - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa (single entry)USD 65Standard consular fee; subject to reciprocity and change
Tourist visa (multiple entry)USD 100For travelers needing more than one entry
Service/courier or processing feeUSD 0-30Varies by consulate; only if using a third-party or courier service
Total estimateUSD 65USD 130incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Expedited (where offered)
2-5 business days
Not guaranteed; availability and surcharge depend on the mission.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Indonesia not on the visa-free list
Paraguay's visa policy does not grant ordinary Indonesian passport holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry.
High
/02
Exemption limited to diplomatic/official passports
Only holders of Indonesian diplomatic, official or service passports get a 30-day waiver; ordinary passports are excluded.
High
/03
Conflicting aggregator information
Some travel sites mislabel Indonesia as visa-free by conflating the diplomatic-passport waiver with ordinary passports.
Medium
/04
Conservative default applied
Where a no-visa channel cannot be confirmed for ordinary passports, the requirement defaults to visa-required.
Medium
/05
No nearby full-service embassy
Limited Paraguayan consular presence in Indonesia adds processing complexity, reinforcing the advance-visa requirement.
Low
/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 · major
Indonesia to Paraguay route verified
Verified against Paraguay's published visa policy: ordinary Indonesian passport holders require a consular visa; only diplomatic/official/service passports receive a 30-day waiver.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Indonesian citizens enter Paraguay without a visa?
No. Ordinary Indonesian passport holders must obtain a visa in advance. Only diplomatic, official or service passport holders are exempt (up to 30 days).
Is there a visa on arrival in Paraguay for Indonesians?+
Some websites say Indonesia is visa-free for Paraguay. Is that correct?+
How much does the Paraguay tourist visa cost?+
How long can I stay in Paraguay on a tourist visa?+
Does Paraguay use Schengen or ETIAS rules?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Indonesia passport

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