Paraguay travel guide for Australians

No visa is required for tourism or business trips up to 90 days. Bring a passport that remains valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date. You may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds (around USD 50 per day).

If you need to stay longer than 90 days, work, study or join family, you must obtain a visa from the Paraguayan consulate before you travel.

Paraguay does not host a resident Australian embassy. The Australian High Commission in Buenos Buenos Aires, Argentina, provides consular assistance to Australians in Paraguay.

Address: Av. Alvear 1665, C1014AAJ Buenos Aires, Argentina. Phone: +54 11 4345‑8000. Email: [email protected].

A moderate budget of AUD 80‑120 per day covers accommodation (mid‑range hotels or guesthouses), meals, local transport and entry fees. Flights from Sydney to Asunción typically cost AUD 1,200‑1,600 round‑trip, depending on season and airline.

Most flights connect via São Paulo or Buenos Aires. Direct flight time from Sydney to Asunción is about 14‑16 hours including layover.

Paraguay is UTC‑3 year‑round; Sydney is UTC+10 (or UTC+11 during daylight saving). The time difference is 13‑14 hours ahead of Paraguay.

Paraguay uses Type C plugs (two round pins) and some Type F. Voltage is 220 V, frequency 50 Hz. Australian travellers should bring a universal adapter and, if their devices are not dual‑voltage, a step‑down transformer.

In sit‑down restaurants, a tip of about 10 % of the bill is customary. Tipping is not expected in cafés, street food stalls or for taxi rides, though rounding up the fare is appreciated.

Police: 911. Ambulance (Asunción): 141. For consular emergencies, contact the Australian High Commission in Buenos Aires.