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South Korea to Paraguay visa requirements

Q: How long can a South Korean tourist stay in Paraguay?

Up to 30 days per entry under the visa-free arrangement. This is shorter than the 90 days granted to many other nationalities.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 30 days?

Yes. You can request a one-time extension of up to 90 additional days from Paraguay's National Immigration Directorate before your initial permitted stay expires.

Q: What documents do I need at the Paraguayan border?

A passport valid for at least six months, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds. Immigration may ask to see these.

Q: Is Paraguay part of the Schengen area or ETIAS?

No. Paraguay is in South America. The Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to travel to Paraguay.

Q: Does the 30-day visa-free rule apply to work or long-term stays?

No. It covers tourism, family visits, and short business visits only. For work, study, or residence you must obtain the appropriate visa or residency permit.

South Korean ordinary passport holders can enter Paraguay visa-free for tourism for up to 30 days. No visa, eVisa, or pre-arrival authorization is required, but the passport should be valid for at least 6 months and travelers should carry proof of onward travel and sufficient funds. Paraguay grants visa-free entry to holders of ordinary South Korean (Republic of Korea) passports for short tourist visits, under a unilateral visa-exemption arrangement in effect since 30 March 2006. While most nationalities on Paraguay's visa-free list receive 90 days, South Korea is specifically capped at 30 days per entry (footnote in Paraguay's official visa policy). Entry is processed by the Dirección General de Migraciones at airports, land crossings, and river ports. No visa fee or advance application applies. Travelers should hold a passport valid for at least six months with a blank page, and be prepared to show a return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds. Paraguay is in South America, not the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Those wishing to stay longer can request a one-time 90-day extension from the National Immigration Directorate, or should obtain an appropriate visa for non-tourist purposes. As of 2026-05-30 the verdict is verified against Paraguay's visa policy and corroborating IATA-based travel sources.

VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE 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 (tourist entry on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry per admission; re-entry permitted subject to immigration discretion

from issue date

Visa fee

None (KRW 0 / no government visa fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - granted at the border on arrival

standard track

Validity

Passport valid at least 6 months on entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your South Korean ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of entry and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.

· 6 months validity· 1 blank page

/02

Prepare supporting travel documents

Carry a confirmed return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details), and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay. Immigration may ask to see these.

· Return/onward ticket· Accommodation proof· Sufficient funds

/03

Check health and transit requirements

Verify any current health entry rules and whether your routing through other countries (e.g. a US or Brazil layover) needs a separate transit authorization such as US ESTA.

· Transit visas· Health rules

/04

Travel to Paraguay

Fly into Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (Asuncion) or use an approved land/river crossing. No advance visa or online authorization is required for Korean tourists.

· Airport or land/river crossing

/05

Clear immigration on arrival

Present your passport at the Dirección General de Migraciones counter. The officer stamps a visa-free tourist admission of up to 30 days.

· Up to 30 days granted

/06

Respect the stay limit or extend

Depart within 30 days, or apply for a one-time extension of up to 90 additional days at the National Immigration Directorate before your permitted stay expires.

· Extension available· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Paraguay · Visa-free (tourist entry on arrival)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredSouth Korean ordinary passport valid 6+ months with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredEvidence of sufficient funds for the trip

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredTravel itinerary covering stay of 30 days or less

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the duration of stay

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever / routine vaccination records if travelling onward in the region

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedCopies of passport and key documents (digital and paper)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

recommended

RequiredTransit authorization for any layover country (e.g. US ESTA)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

situational

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

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.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Paraguay - Wikipedia (IATA-sourced)Visa requirements for South Korean citizens - Wikipedia Paraguay International Travel Information - US Department of State

Application link included: Visa policy of Paraguay - Wikipedia (IATA-sourced)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Paraguay tourist visa feeNoneNo visa is required for Korean ordinary passport holders for short tourist visits

Entry/arrival processing feeNoneVisa-free admission is stamped at no charge by Migraciones

Stay extension (optional)Approx. PYG 200,000-400,000Charged only if you apply for the one-time extension at the National Immigration Directorate; amount varies and is set in Paraguayan guarani

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at the border

No application or processing period; the tourist admission is granted when you clear immigration in Paraguay.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Bilateral/unilateral visa exemption

Paraguay grants visa-free entry to South Korean ordinary passport holders under an exemption in effect since 30 March 2006.

High

/02

Short tourist stay

The trip is a short tourist visit within the 30-day visa-free limit, so no visa category applies.

High

/03

Ordinary passport

The traveler holds an ordinary (not diplomatic or special-purpose) South Korean passport, which is the category covered by the standard exemption.

High

/04

Not a Schengen / ETIAS destination

Paraguay is in South America, so European short-stay and ETIAS rules are irrelevant to this route.

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 · major

South Korea to Paraguay route verified

Confirmed visa-free tourist entry of up to 30 days for South Korean ordinary passport holders against Paraguay's official visa policy and corroborating IATA-based sources.

/09 — The questions