Paraguay Visa Requirements
For 🇦🇺 Australia passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, and routine vaccinations.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Asunción requires standard urban precautions. Some border areas are risky. Petty theft occurs. Overall safer than many South American destinations.
Money & Costs
Currency
₲ Paraguayan Guarani (PYG)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $25 · Mid: $50 · Luxury: $120+
Tipping
Tipping 10% appreciated at restaurants.
Practical Info
Power
Type Type C, 220V, 50Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
911 (all emergencies)
Getting There
Main Airports
Asunción (ASU)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
May-September (winter) is coolest and driest. Summer (December-February) is hot and humid with heavy rains. Shoulder seasons offer good weather.
Cultural Notes
Guaraní culture is central to national identity. Paraguay is proudly bilingual (Spanish/Guaraní). The Chaco War (1932-35) with Bolivia is remembered. Ñandutí lace is traditional craft.
Insider Tips
Guaraní is widely spoken alongside Spanish. Tereré (cold mate) is the national drink. Jesuit missions are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Paraguay is landlocked; access from Argentina or Brazil.