On this site, you can start the application for a Paraguayan visa in the NON-RESIDENT category. That is, for stays of up to 90 days in Paraguayan territory, when the foreigner’s nationality requires an entry visa under current regulations.

On the following link, you can view the countries whose nationals require a visa to enter Paraguay: https://migraciones.gov.py/informacion-sobre-visas/

You must complete all the information requested in the digital visa application form and attach the required documentation. You will be sent an email confirming the proper reception of your application. The respective Paraguayan consular office will review your application, and if additional documentation is needed, you will be contacted via the email provided. Later, a date and time for an interview at the relevant Paraguayan consular office will be communicated to continue the process and bring the previously submitted documentation.

To complete the tourist visa application, you must have the following basic requirements:

• 3x4 photo in JPG format, updated with a white background, facing forward (not profile) without accessories;
• Color image of the passport;
• Color image of visas granted by other countries, including electronic visas;
• Invitation letter from a natural or legal person, domiciled in Paraguay;
• Proof of economic solvency (employment certificate, bank certificate, another suitable means to be analyzed);
• Criminal record certificate from your country of residence, properly legalized and/or apostilled;
• Hotel reservation and/or accommodation;
• Possible flight itinerary or tickets for land transportation and/or declare the way of entry to Paraguayan territory;
• The consular office and/or the Directorate of Passports and Consular Services of Paraguay may request additional documentation.

In addition to the requirements listed above, you must attach:

• Invitation letter indicating telephone contacts, email, and purpose of the visit.
• Copy of the Paraguayan identity card of the signer, authenticated by a notary.
• If it is a company: tax compliance certificate, RUC certificate, and registration certificate from the Treasury Advocate.

For duly justified reasons and with a restrictive criterion, the interview may be conducted by electronic means.

Minors under 18 years old cannot apply for a visa on their own. In such cases, the process must be carried out by the parents or legal guardians, completing the digital visa application form. If the parents or legal guardians do not travel with the minor, they must provide written travel authorization according to the formalities of the country of residence.

The Paraguayan visa can be processed at the Republic of Paraguay's consulates or at the consular sections operating at Paraguayan embassies.

On the following link, you can verify the countries where Paraguay has Embassies and consulates: https://www.mre.gov.py/index.php/representaciones

When completing the online application form, the system will display the countries and cities where you can apply for a Paraguayan visa. In this regard, you must select the one closest to your country of residence. Once all the required information is completed and the necessary documents are attached, you will receive an email confirming the proper reception of your application. The relevant Paraguayan consular office will review your application, and if additional documentation is needed, you will be contacted through the email provided. Later, a date and time for an interview at the appropriate Paraguayan consular office will be communicated, which may be via electronic means, to continue with the process and bring the previously entered documentation in the digital form.

In communication with the consular representation handling your application, you may request to withdraw it from the nearest Paraguayan embassy or consulate in the country where you are. Example: You applied for the Paraguayan visa at the Embassy of Paraguay in Vienna, Austria, and were informed that it was approved, but you are now in Colombia and wish to continue your trip to Paraguay from there. In this case, you may request the withdrawal of the visa at the Paraguayan embassy in Bogotá.

It is advisable to submit your visa application at least 30 days before your scheduled travel date to Paraguay.

Paraguay's honorary consulates abroad are not authorized to accept visa applications or other consular procedures.

The granting of a Paraguayan visa means that your request to enter Paraguay has been reviewed by a Paraguayan consular authority and is eligible for entry. However, the decision on entry to national territory is the exclusive responsibility of Paraguay's immigration authorities, who have the authority to authorize entry or inadmissibility of foreigners according to national legislation.