Is It Safe to Travel to Paraguay in 2026?
Paraguay - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Last updated: · Source: U.S. Department of State
Paraguay, officially the Republic of Paraguay, is a landlocked country located in the central region of South America. It borders Bolivia to the northwest and north, Brazil to the northeast and east, and Argentina to the southeast, south, and west.
Is It Safe to Travel to Paraguay in 2026?
Paraguay is currently rated Level 1 — Exercise Normal Precautions by the U.S. Department of State. Paraguay is generally a safe destination for travelers, but some areas have increased crime risk. U.S. government employees working in Paraguay need special authorization to travel to some areas.
Key concerns cited in the advisory:
- crime
Traveler Impact
Solo travelers may face increased risks of street crime, particularly in areas like Alto Paraná and Amambay, where police presence is low and criminal activity is prevalent.
Business travelers should be cautious in certain departments due to crime risks, particularly when using taxis or public transport, as these can be targets for theft.
Families with children may encounter health risks such as dengue and limited healthcare access outside major cities, necessitating careful planning and precautions.
Remote workers can find reliable internet in urban areas, but should avoid rural regions where connectivity may be intermittent.
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of State, the CDC, the World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators, and Freedom House. All sources are updated regularly and cross-referenced to provide a composite safety picture for Paraguay.
Regional Safety Breakdown
▶Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution5 regions
▶Alto Paraná
Exercise increased caution in this area due to the risk of crime.
▶Amambay
Exercise increased caution in this area due to the risk of crime.
▶Canindeyú
Exercise increased caution in this area due to the risk of crime.
▶Concepcion
Exercise increased caution in this area due to the risk of crime.
▶San Pedro
Exercise increased caution in this area due to the risk of crime.
Paraguay has 5 distinct regions with varying advisory levels. Risk conditions differ significantly by area.
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▶Safety and Stability Ratings
Threat Severity (0-10 scale)
Paraguay has an overall threat severity of 1.9 out of 10. Crime risk is rated 3.5/10, terrorism risk 0.0/10, and kidnapping risk 0.0/10.
Governance Indicators (World Bank, percentile)
Political Stability▶
Measures the likelihood that the government will be destabilized or overthrown by unconstitutional or violent means, including politically-motivated violence and terrorism. Higher percentile means greater stability.
Rule of Law▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which agents have confidence in and abide by the rules of society, including the quality of contract enforcement, property rights, the police, and the courts, as well as the likelihood of crime and violence.
Control of Corruption▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including both petty and grand forms of corruption, as well as capture of the state by elites and private interests.
Government Effectiveness▶
Captures perceptions of the quality of public services, the quality of the civil service and the degree of its independence from political pressures, the quality of policy formulation and implementation, and the credibility of the government's commitment to such policies.
Regulatory Quality▶
Captures perceptions of the ability of the government to formulate and implement sound policies and regulations that permit and promote private sector development.
Voice & Accountability▶
Captures perceptions of the extent to which a country's citizens are able to participate in selecting their government, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of association, and a free media.
Data from World Bank Worldwide Governance Indicators (2023).
Freedom Status: Partly Free — scored 63/100 by Freedom House (2024). View full freedom profile →
▶Entry Requirements and Health
Entry Information
Visa
Check embassy for details
Currency
Guaraní (PYG)
Language
Spanish / Guaraní
Notable restrictions:
- drug possession illegal including medical marijuana
- e-cigarettes prohibited
Vaccinations
Recommended:
Active health notices:
- watchGlobal Measles: Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Vaccination data sourced from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Consult a travel health professional before your trip.
Common Questions About Traveling to Paraguay
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▶Do I need a visa to visit Paraguay?
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▶Is Paraguay safe for solo travelers?
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More Paraguay Data
Partly Free — 63/100 on the Freedom House index.
Governance indicators including rule of law, corruption control, and regulatory quality.
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