🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Arabia to Paraguay visa requirements

Q: Is there an eVisa for Paraguay for Saudi passport holders?

No standalone eVisa is issued to Saudi nationals. While the application form is submitted digitally through the MRE portal, the process still involves a consular interview and a physical sticker visa, plus a special MRE authorization.

Q: How long can I stay in Paraguay on a tourist visa?

The tourist visa permits a short stay of up to 90 days. Overstaying can result in fines and possible future entry bans.

Q: How much does the Paraguay tourist visa cost?

The consular fee is approximately USD 65 for a single-entry visa and around USD 100 for a multiple-entry visa, plus document-related costs.

Q: Where do Saudi citizens apply since there is no Paraguayan embassy in Saudi Arabia?

Applications are routed through the nearest accredited Paraguayan consular post covering the region. Contact visas@mre.gov.py for guidance on the correct post.

Q: Is Paraguay part of the Schengen area?

No. Paraguay is in South America and is not a Schengen country, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Paraguay's own visa rules govern entry.

Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders need a visa before traveling to Paraguay. There is no visa-free entry, no visa on arrival, and no eVisa channel for Saudi nationals. A tourist (consular sticker) visa must be obtained in advance from a Paraguayan embassy or consulate, and applications for Saudi nationals require a special prior authorization from Paraguay's Ministry of Foreign Relations. Paraguay is not in the Schengen area and operates its own visa policy. Saudi Arabia is not among the nationalities granted visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or eVisa access to Paraguay, so an ordinary Saudi passport holder must apply for a tourist visa (visa consular / "sticker" visa) before departure. Applications for Saudi nationals additionally require a special authorization from Paraguay's Ministry of Foreign Relations (MRE), which is reviewed centrally before a consular post can issue the visa. Because Saudi Arabia has no resident Paraguayan embassy, applications are typically handled through the nearest accredited Paraguayan consular post (commonly via posts covering the Gulf/Middle East region such as the UAE, or the embassy circuit). The tourist visa allows a short stay of up to 90 days and requires standard supporting documents: passport valid at least 6 months, photo, proof of funds, accommodation/invitation, return itinerary, and an apostilled criminal-record certificate. Note that as of mid-2026, Paraguay was reportedly working toward opening an embassy in Riyadh and potentially abolishing visa requirements for Saudi citizens, but no visa waiver has entered force, so travelers must continue to obtain a visa. Default verdict remains visa-required.

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

Tourist visa (consular sticker visa) issued by a Paraguayan embassy/consulate; special MRE authorization required for Saudi nationals

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (depending on visa type granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 65 (single entry) to USD 100 (multiple entry) consular fee

consular fee only

Processing time

Apply at least 30 days before travel; allow several weeks for MRE authorization and consular review

standard track

Validity

Tourist visa typically valid up to 90 days; stay limited to 90 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa and identify the consular post

Saudi ordinary passport holders require a visa for Paraguay. Identify the Paraguayan embassy or consulate accredited to handle your application (Saudi Arabia has no resident Paraguayan embassy, so applications are routed via the nearest accredited post covering the region).

· Tourism· Visa required

/02

Gather required documents

Prepare passport valid 6+ months, a 3x4 white-background photo (JPG), proof of financial means (bank statement or employment letter), an apostilled/legalized criminal-record certificate, accommodation or invitation letter, and flight itinerary.

· Documents· Apostille needed

/03

Complete the digital visa application form

Fill out the online visa form on Paraguay's Ministry of Foreign Relations (MRE) portal and upload the required documents in the specified formats.

· Online form· mre.gov.py

/04

Await special MRE authorization

Applications from Saudi nationals require a special authorization from the Ministry of Foreign Relations before a consular post can issue the visa. The consular office reviews the file and may request additional documents by email.

· Special authorization· Central review

/05

Attend the consular interview and pay the fee

The consular office schedules a date and time for an interview. Attend, submit originals, and pay the consular visa fee.

· Interview· Consular fee

/06

Collect the visa and travel

Receive the sticker visa in your passport, verify the validity dates and number of entries, and travel within the authorized period (up to 90 days stay).

· Sticker visa· Up to 90 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Saudi Arabia -> Paraguay · Tourist visa (consular sticker visa) issued by a Paraguayan embassy/consulate; special MRE authorization required for Saudi nationals

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay

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

required

RequiredCompleted Paraguay digital visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent 3x4 color photo, white background, JPG format

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredApostilled/legalized criminal-record certificate from country of residence

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

required

RequiredProof of financial means (bank statement or employment certificate)

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

required

RequiredAccommodation proof (hotel reservation) or invitation letter from a Paraguay host

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight itinerary / travel plan

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredConsular visa fee payment (USD 65-100)

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

required

RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the stay

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

recommended

RequiredSpecial MRE authorization confirmation (handled by consular office)

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

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 sourcesMinisterio de Relaciones Exteriores de Paraguay - Visas Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Paraguay - Arabia Saudita Wikipedia - Visa requirements for Saudi citizens

Application link included: Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Paraguay - Visas

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa - single entryUSD 65Standard consular fee for a single-entry tourist visa

Tourist visa - multiple entryUSD 100Multiple-entry option where granted

Document apostille/legalizationVariesCost to apostille criminal record and other documents in Saudi Arabia

Stay extension (in-country)Approx. USD 79Optional extension for an additional period via Paraguay immigration

Total estimateUSD 65 — USD 100incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard consular application

Several weeks (apply 30+ days before travel)

Submit online, await special MRE authorization and consular review, attend interview, then receive the sticker visa. This is the only official route.

Expedited / third-party visa service

Varies

Private agencies may assist with document preparation but cannot bypass the mandatory MRE authorization for Saudi nationals.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Saudi Arabia not on Paraguay's visa-exemption list

Paraguay grants visa-free or fee-based entry to a defined set of nationalities; Saudi Arabia is not among them, so a visa must be obtained in advance.

High

/02

Special authorization requirement

Visas for Saudi nationals require a special authorization from Paraguay's Ministry of Foreign Relations before issuance, adding a central review step.

High

/03

No resident Paraguayan embassy in Saudi Arabia

Applications must be handled through an accredited consular post covering the region, which can lengthen processing.

Medium

/04

Apostilled criminal-record certificate required

A legalized/apostilled background certificate is mandatory and can take time to obtain.

Medium

/05

Potential future visa waiver not yet in force

Reports indicate Paraguay is working toward an embassy in Riyadh and possible visa abolition, but no waiver is currently active.

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

Saudi Arabia to Paraguay route verified

Confirmed against Paraguay MRE and Wikipedia visa-requirements data that Saudi ordinary passport holders require a consular tourist visa with special MRE authorization; no visa-free, VOA, or eVisa channel exists.

/09 — The questions