South Africa
Paraguay
Paraguay visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
Paraguay admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at paraguayembassy.co.za
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Paraguayan citizens travelling to South Africa
ParaguaySouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Paraguay
Travel advice for Paraguay
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from South Africa to Paraguay, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 3 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Paraguay (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in Paraguay
South African citizens may stay in Paraguay for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Paraguay.
Paraguay’s neighbours for South African citizens
Bolivia, Brazil and Argentina admit South African citizens visa-free.
Paraguayan citizens travelling to South Africa
Paraguayan citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between South Africa and Paraguay.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for Paraguay?
Paraguay admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in Paraguay?
South African citizens can stay in Paraguay for up to 90 days.
Do Paraguayan citizens need a visa for South Africa?
Paraguayan citizens do not need a visa for South Africa: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can South African citizens enter Paraguay visa-free?
Yes, South African citizens can enter Paraguay without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.