Americas
Paraguay
- Capital
- Asunción
- Population
- 7,013,078
- Currency
- Paraguayan Guarani (PYG)
- Calling code
- +595
- Languages
- Spanish, Guarani
- 48missions
- 27embassies
- 13consulates
- 8honorary consulates
Paraguay
Embassies and consulates in Paraguay
embassies in Asunción
Diplomatic missions from 32 countries are based in Paraguay, 48 missions in all (27 embassies, 13 consulates and 8 honorary consulates). All 27 embassies are in the capital, Asunción. Consulates are also found in Ciudad del Este, Encarnación and Pedro Juan Caballero.
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All missions in Paraguay
Other cities in Paraguay
- 34
- 6
- 4
- 1
- 1
- 1
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Outside Asunción, missions are found in Ciudad del Este (6), Encarnación (4), Pedro Juan Caballero (1), Concepción (1), Villarrica (1) and Salto del Guaira (1); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Argentina 1 embassy · 3 consulates4 -
Bolivia 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy · 7 consulates8 -
Canada 1 honorary consulate1 -
Chile 1 embassy1 -
Colombia 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Denmark 1 consulate1 -
Dominican Republic 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy · 3 honorary consulates4 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Kazakhstan 1 consulate1 -
Lebanon 1 embassy1 -
Mexico 1 embassy1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Peru 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Qatar 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 honorary consulate1
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South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Taiwan 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Uruguay 1 embassy1 -
Venezuela 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Paraguay
Paraguay visa guide · 5 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 69 can enter visa-free, 2 get a visa on arrival and 127 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Paraguay.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Paraguay
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 115 | 94 | 10 | 9.6% | 42.6% |
| 2024 | 134 | 101 | 27 | 21.1% | 29.7% |
| 2025 | 118 | 88 | 20 | 18.5% | 37.5% |
By Schengen state, 2025
Schengen consulates in Paraguay received 118 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 88 visas. 18.5% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate fell by 2.6 points from 21.1% in 2024. Applications fell by 12% compared with 2024 (134).
Most applications went to Spain (61), Italy (33) and Germany (24).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Paraguay.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Paraguay
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 12,945 | 11,797 |
| Student (F, M) | 196 | 194 |
| Exchange (J) | 1,854 | 803 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 131 | 116 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 82 | 76 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 440 | 354 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 39 | 12 |
| Other | 0 | 3 |
| Total | 15,687 | 13,355 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 18.1% | 18.7% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 13,355 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Paraguay, the 70th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 88%, exchange visitor visas 6% and diplomatic and official visas 3%. That is 15% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (15,687).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Paraguay received 8,679, 43% more than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 18.7% for citizens of Paraguay in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 18.1%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Paraguay’s own missions abroad
Paraguay’s embassies abroad (65)
In the other direction, Paraguay runs 65 missions in 39 countries. Its largest networks are in Argentina (8), Brazil (4), Germany (4), Spain (4) and the United States (3).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Paraguay
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Virgin of Caacupe
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Heroes' day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 27 embassies are in the capital, Asunción. The largest foreign networks in Paraguay are those of Brazil (8), Argentina (4), Germany (4), Italy (3) and Taiwan (2).
Travel advice for Paraguay
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Paraguay: the US State Department rates Paraguay at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 18 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Paraguay (updated 21 January 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Paraguay (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Paraguay?
Brazil, with 8 missions, followed by Argentina (4).
Do I need a visa for Paraguay?
Of 198 passports, 69 can enter visa-free, 2 get a visa on arrival and 127 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Paraguay; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Paraguay closed?
On Paraguay’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Virgin of Caacupe (Virgen de Caacupé) on Tuesday 8 December 2026.