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United States to Paraguay visa requirements

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

Up to 90 days. You can extend once for another 90 days at the Directorate General of Migration before your permit expires, for a maximum of 180 days.

Q: Is there still a reciprocity or entry fee for Americans?

No. There is no visa or reciprocity fee for short tourist visits. An airport departure tax applies when leaving by air, though it is often included in your ticket.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Paraguay requires your passport to be valid at the time of entry. The six-month validity standard is recommended and may be enforced by airlines.

Q: Do I need proof of onward travel?

Yes, it is advisable. Immigration officers and airlines may ask for a return or onward ticket showing you will leave within the allowed period.

Q: Are there special rules for children?

Yes. Minors not accompanied by both legal parents or guardians may need a special notarized authorization to enter and exit Paraguay. Check the U.S. Embassy site for specifics.

No visa required. US ordinary passport holders can enter Paraguay visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. United States ordinary passport holders do not need a visa to visit Paraguay for tourism or business. They may enter visa-free and stay for up to 90 days. The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Asuncion both confirm this. A passport valid at the time of entry is required (six months' validity is the safe, widely recommended standard), along with proof of onward or return travel. The 90-day stay can be extended once for an additional 90 days at Paraguay's Directorate General of Migration (Migraciones) for a maximum of 180 days. Paraguay no longer charges U.S. citizens an entry/reciprocity fee for short tourist visits. When departing by air, an airport departure tax applies, though it is now commonly bundled into the airline ticket price. Overstaying the authorized period can result in fines at exit.

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 entry (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry; extendable once to 180 days total

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted within authorized stay limits

from issue date

Visa fee

0 (no visa or entry fee); airport departure tax applies on exit by air

consular fee only

Processing time

None — entry granted at the port of entry

standard track

Validity

Passport must be valid at time of entry (6 months recommended)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your U.S. passport is valid at the time of entry. While Paraguay requires validity only at entry, the six-month rule is the safest standard and may be checked by airlines.

· Passport· 6 months recommended

/02

Book onward or return travel

Carry evidence of onward or return travel, as immigration officers and airlines may request proof you intend to leave within the 90-day limit.

· Return ticket· Itinerary

/03

Prepare proof of funds and accommodation

Have hotel bookings or a host's address and reasonable evidence of funds for your stay, in case immigration asks.

· Hotel booking· Funds

/04

Arrive and receive entry stamp

At Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) or a land border, present your passport. The officer stamps a tourist entry granting up to 90 days. No advance application is needed.

· Entry stamp· 90 days

/05

Track your stay and extend if needed

If you wish to stay beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Directorate General of Migration (Migraciones) in Asuncion before your permit expires, for up to 180 days total.

· Migraciones· Extension

/06

Pay departure tax on exit

When leaving by air, an airport departure tax applies. Many airlines include it in the ticket price — verify with your carrier to avoid paying twice.

· Departure tax· Airport

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

United States -> Paraguay · Visa-free entry (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedU.S. passport valid at time of entry (6 months recommended)

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

required

RecommendedAt least one blank page for the entry stamp

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

recommended

RequiredOnward or return flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay

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

recommended

RequiredNotarized parental authorization for minors traveling without both parents

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

situational

ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic area

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

situational

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

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

recommended

RecommendedConfirm whether departure tax is included in your airline ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

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 sourcesU.S. Department of State — Paraguay International Travel Information U.S. Embassy in Paraguay — Customs and Immigration Wikipedia — Visa policy of Paraguay

Application link included: Wikipedia — Visa policy of Paraguay

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa feeUSD 0No visa required for U.S. citizens for stays up to 90 days

Entry / reciprocity feeUSD 0No reciprocity fee currently charged to U.S. tourists

Airport departure tax (air exit)approx. USD 40Often already included in the airline ticket; confirm with your carrier

Stay extension (optional)Variable PYG feePaid at Migraciones if extending beyond 90 days

Total estimate0 — USD 40incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Entry at port of entry

Immediate

Visa-free entry stamp issued on arrival at the airport or land border; no prior application required.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Visa-free reciprocity for short tourist stays

Paraguay grants visa-free entry to U.S. ordinary passport holders for tourism and business for up to 90 days.

High

/02

Onward travel and stay-limit compliance

Travelers must show intent to leave within the authorized period; overstays incur fines at exit.

Medium

/03

Passport validity standard

Passport must be valid at entry; airlines often enforce the six-month rule regardless.

Medium

/04

Minor travel authorization

Children not accompanied by both parents may need a notarized authorization to enter and exit.

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

United States of America to Paraguay route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry for U.S. ordinary passport holders for up to 90 days against the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Embassy in Asuncion. No visa or reciprocity fee; departure tax applies on air exit.

/09 — The questions