Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay May 9, 2023 Location: Asuncion and throughout Paraguay Event: Today, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 – Demonstrations have been reported throughout Paraguay – in Asuncion, Canindeyu, Alto Parana and Caaguazu. The largest demonstration is in Asuncion in the area near the Tribunal Superior de Justicia Electoral on Av. Eusebio Ayala and Av. …

Message for U.S. Citizens – U.S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay (26 January, 2023) Location: Paraguay Event: On January 26, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of Treasury sanctioned former Paraguayan President Horacio Cartes and current Paraguayan Vice President Hugo Velazquez. Pursuant to law, all U.S. persons must comply with these sanctions. …

COVID-19 Information Last updated:  10/25/2022 The CDC’s Order requiring proof of vaccination for non-U.S. citizen nonimmigrants to travel to the United States is still in effect.  For more information see Requirement for Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination for Air Passengers . Check the CDC website for additional information and  Frequently Asked Questions . Entry and Exit Requirements Are there COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens? No U.S. citizens need …

Health Alert for Monkeypox – U. S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay (04 August 2022)​ Location: Paraguay Event:  The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for  Monkeypox in Multiple Countries .  The World Health Organization has determined the multi-country outbreak of  monkeypox  is a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( click here  to view the WHO’s …

PARAGUAY – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions      Exercise normal precautions in Paraguay.  Some areas have increased crime risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in: Amambay, Alto Paraná, Canindeyu, San Pedro, and Concepcion departments due to crime. Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Paraguay. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …

PARAGUAY – Level 3: Reconsider Travel      Reconsider travel to Paraguay due to COVID-19. Some areas have increased crime risk.  Read the entire Travel Advisory.   Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Paraguay due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country.  …

Travel Advisory January 31, 2022 Paraguay – Level 4: Do Not Travel   Do not travel to Paraguay due to COVID-19. Some areas have increased crime risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4  Travel Health Notice for Paraguay due to …

Reconsider travel to Paraguay due to COVID-19. Some areas have increased crime risk.  Read the entire Travel Advisory.  Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel.      The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3  Travel Health Notice for Paraguay  due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country.  Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may …

Location: Paraguay, countrywide Event:  On January 10, 2022, the Paraguayan government updated their entry and exit requirements. Unless otherwise noted, previous entry/exit requirements remain in effect. For a full list of entry/exit Requirements, please refer to the Embassy’s COVID-19 Page. Please see the changes below.  Travelers aged 12 and up must present a negative RT-PCR/LAMP/NAAT COVID-19 test result taken no more than 48 hours before departure or a …

Message to U.S. Citizens: U.S. Embassy Asuncion (December 28, 2021) Location: Asuncion Subject: Travel to the United States on Expired U.S. Passports If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March …

Effective December 27, 2021, the passport security surcharge fee will increase by $20. For minor passport applicants who use Form DS-11, the new fee is $135 (Gs. 945.000). For adults renewing their passports using Form DS-82, the new fee is $130 (Gs. 910.000). For adults who must apply in person using Form DS-11, the new …

Location: Paraguay, countrywide Event:  On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States.  Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight to the United States.  You must show …

Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling …

Dear U.S. Citizens in Paraguay,  The Embassy’s American Citizen Services section will hold our next virtual town hall for U.S. citizens in Paraguay on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 8:30 AM to discuss novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and the Department of State’s Global Health Advisory.  Please send your COVID-19 related questions to  ParaguayACS@state.gov  by 5:00 PM Wednesday (November 3) and we …

The  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)   has announced a new Order for all air passengers traveling to the United States. Effective November 8, 2021, all nonimmigrant, non-citizen air travelers to the United States will be required to be fully vaccinated and to provide proof of vaccination status prior to boarding an airplane to the United States. U.S. citizens and Legal …

Message to U.S. citizens: Entry Requirement Changes for Paraguay On October 12, Paraguay eliminated the $160 visa requirement fee for U.S. citizens entering the country for stays of up to 90 days for tourism or business.  Please refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for additional information on the change. Actions to Take:    Always wear your mask indoors …

Travel Advisory: Paraguay – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Exercise normal precautions in Paraguay. Some areas have increased crime risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Read the Department of State’s  COVID-19 page  before you plan any international travel. The  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)  has issued a  Level 1 Travel Health Notice for Paraguay  due to COVID-19, indicating a low level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and …

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay September 29, 2021 Location: Downtown Asuncion near Congress, Asuncion, Paraguay Event: Today, Wednesday, September 29, 2021 – There is currently a large ongoing protest occurring in downtown Asuncion near Congress. Multiple vehicles have been vandalized/ burned. Please avoid the downtown area during on going demonstrations and monitor the news for updates. Extra police presence throughout the …

Location: Paraguay Event: Travel Advisory for Paraguay Decreases from Level 4 “Do Not Travel” to Level 3 “Reconsider Travel” (August 24, 2021) On August 23, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Paraguay due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country.  Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing …

Location: Asunción, Paraguay Event: Government of Paraguay Updates Entry Requirements Starting August 21, 2021 the Paraguayan government will no longer require mandatory quarantine for incoming travelers who have been fully vaccinated.  The pre-arrival COVID-19 test requirement now includes the option to take an antigen tests as well as RT-PCR tests to enter the country.  The new policy will be in place …

Temporary Suspension on the Importation of Dogs On June 14, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a  Notice of Temporary Suspension of Dogs Entering the United States from High-Risk Rabies Countries suspending the importation of dogs from countries classified by the CDC as high risk for dog rabies AND countries that are NOT at high risk if the dogs have been in high-risk countries during the …

Location: Paraguay Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this exception if all the …

The Paraguayan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Health announced that they have updated their vaccination website ( https://www.vacunate.gov.py/ ) to allow all foreigners in Paraguay to register for COVID-19 vaccines. Those with Paraguayan cedulas may register by selecting “Registro Ciudadania.” Those without Paraguayan cedulas may register by selecting “Registro Extranjeros.” Foreigners are eligible to receive …

Event Alert – U.S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay – Mar 9, 2021 Location: Various locations in Asuncion Event: As of March 9, organizers are calling for more demonstrations at the residence of former President Horario Cartes (located about 200 meters west of the American School of Asuncion (ASA) on Avenida España), Presidential Residence (next to the …

Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and …

Location: Downtown Asuncion Event: As of the morning of November 24, 2020, there are 7,000 protesters in downtown Asuncion near the National Congress and Government Palace with crowds and vehicular congestion growing. We remind U.S. citizens to always exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations, or avoid them if …

Location: Paraguay, Concepcion Department. Event: Following the Sep 2 Paraguayan government operation against EPP elements and the Sep 9 EPP kidnapping of former vice president Oscar Denis, the Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution traveling in Concepcion Department and other parts of NE Paraguay.  As noted in our existing  Travel Advisory , “Transnational criminal elements are active and engage in illicit trafficking of arms, …

Upcoming flight opportunities to return to the United States: On September 2, 2020 LATAM will offer a flight to Miami with one stop in Santiago, Chile. Ticket price is $789. Tickets may be purchased calling +595 21 615507. One checked-bag is included up to 50 lbs (23 kg). Extra baggage may be  purchased. On September 16, 2020 …

Reconsider travel to Paraguay due to COVID-19. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory . Read the Department of State’s   COVID-19 page   before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Paraguay due to COVID-19. Paraguay has lifted stay at home orders, and resumed some transportation options and business operations. Visit the Embassy’s  COVID-19 page  for more information …

Upcoming flight opportunities to depart Paraguay: On July 29, 2020, LATAM in cooperation with a local tour agencies Kostas Viajes, Comdetour, Agencia de Viajes and Maral Turismo, will offer a flight to Miami with connection in Santiago, Chile. The outbound plane will depart 18:00 on July 29 and arrive in Miami at 07:40 on July …

On July 29, 2020, LATAM in cooperation with a local tour agencies Kostas Viajes, Comdetour, Agencia de Viajes and Maral Turismo, will offer a flight to Miami with connection in Santiago, Chile. The outbound plane will depart 18:00 on July 29 and arrive in Miami at 07:40 on July 30. The flight from Asuncion to …

U.S. Embassy Asuncion’s American Citizen Services unit wishes to make you aware of two potential flight opportunities to depart Paraguay. On July 1, 2020, the Mexican Embassy in cooperation with a local tour agency, Maral, will run a Copa Airlines operated flight from Asuncion to Mexico City (with a refueling stop in Panama).  The price is $690.  Tickets include …

U.S. Embassy Asuncion’s American Citizen Services unit wishes to make you aware of three potential flight opportunities to depart Paraguay.  Today, June 22, 2020, at 1:00 PM Paranair will run a flight from Asuncion to Sao Paulo.  Commercial flights are available from Sao Paulo to Miami and Houston.  The price is $427.  Tickets are still available for online at www.paranair.com, by …

Note: This information will continue to be sent regularly for the benefit of new registrants in STEP.  We will be sure to highlight any new information from previous emails. Dear U.S. Citizens in Paraguay, Eastern Airlines has scheduled a direct sales charter flight from Asuncion to Miami on June 2, 2020. To reserve a seat, …

Event: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cyber security and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns individuals to remain vigilant for scams related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). These messages may be related to medical information, financial assistance, or charitable donations, among other topics. Cyber actors may send WhatsApp messages, tweets, emails with malicious attachments or links to fraudulent websites to …

Health Alert: U.S. Embassy – Asuncion, Paraguay (8 April 2020) Location: Paraguay Event: The Paraguayan government has extended its  order  to all persons in Paraguay to remain in their homes until April 19. Necessary travel to obtain food, medical care, or cleaning supplies is still permitted. The order includes limited exceptions for the preservation of life, health, safety, or …

Health Alert: U.S. Embassy – Asuncion, Paraguay (30 March 2020)   Location: Paraguay  Event: The Paraguayan government has extended its order to close all international borders until further notice. Cargo will still be permitted to cross the borders. Commercial flights continue to be suspended at all Paraguayan airports, with limited exceptions for repatriation flights.   At the moment, we do not have any …

Event:  The Paraguayan government has announced all international borders will close to travel from March 25 to March 29. Cargo will still be permitted to cross the borders. Commercial flights have been suspended at all Paraguayan airports until April 12, with limited exceptions for repatriation flights. The government of Paraguay has implemented enhanced screening and …

Location:  Paraguay Event:  There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China.  The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 80,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 10, the Paraguayan Ministry of Health announced there are two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Paraguay. The government of Paraguay …

Location:  Paraguay Event:  In light of emergent global health threats including dengue and novel coronavirus, the Embassy reminds U.S. citizens the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) maintains country-specific and global health information online at www.CDC.gov .  The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing outbreak of novel coronavirus to be a Public Health …

Location: Worldwide Event:  Heightened Middle East Tension There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens worldwide.  U.S. citizens around the world are reminded to be mindful of their personal security.  U.S. Embassy Asunción will continue to monitor the overall security situation and will provide additional information …

Location: Cerro Porteno Stadium in Asuncion Event: On Saturday, November 9, 2019, Asuncion will host the final match of the Copa Sudamerica tournament. Approximately 35,000 soccer fans are expected to visit Asuncion. Expect a large police presence and traffic problems near the stadium. We remind U.S. citizens to always exercise caution if in the vicinity …

Location: Downtown Asuncion Event: There are recurring, periodic demonstrations and protests in the downtown area and throughout different locations in the country both for and against the current Paraguayan administration. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid demonstrations. Actions to Take: Monitor local media for updates. Avoid demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Be aware of …

Location: Asuncion and Other Metropolitan Areas Event: Due to ongoing discontent related to the power sharing agreement with Brazil, approximately 300 protesters are in the downtown microcentro area now. This area includes Palma, Presidente Franco, and Paraguayo Independiente, and all adjacent streets.  Protesters are expected to march around the entire downtown area including the Pantheon, …

Location: Asuncion Metropolitan Area Event: Demonstrations/strikes are expected to take place on July 23, 2019 beginning at 4:00 AM.  Taxi drivers intend to protest the Uber and MUV services. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid demonstrations. Actions to Take: Monitor local media for updates. Avoid demonstrations. Keep a low profile. Be aware of your …

Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and flooding throughout Paraguay (May 10, 2019) Event:  Weather reports predict continued heavy rain and flooding throughout Paraguay.  Rivers are at a significantly higher level than normal. Travelers should exercise caution and be alert for possible flash flooding, high winds, and power outages as conditions may change rapidly without warning. Actions to take: Avoid flooded and …

Location: Downtown area of Asuncion Event: Due to a large political demonstration occurring this morning regarding election reform, the U.S. Embassy strongly encourages U.S. citizens to avoid the downtown area. Currently, there are about 100 protestors but more are expected to gather before today’s opening session of Congress at 9:00 a.m. Major avenues affected are …

Demonstration  Alert – U. S. Embassy – Asuncion,  Paraguay (March  21, 2019 starting at 8:00 a.m.) Location: Central downtown area of Asuncion (gathering starts at Parque Seminario – Kubitschek y 25 de Mayo and heads towards the Plaza Uruguaya in front of the Paraguayan Congress). Event: Campesino Demonstration U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the central downtown area …

Location: The U.S. Embassy (Kubitschek y Avenida Mariscal Lopez) Event: A political demonstration to protest U.S. policy in Venezuela led by the Frente Guasu and the Partido Comunista Paraguayo is planned for 7:00 p.m. in front of the U.S. Embassy. Actions to Take: Avoid the Embassy area. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings …

Due to taxi demonstrations protesting the proposed introduction of ride-sharing services in Paraguay, expect possible traffic disruptions throughout the course of the day. Major avenues affected are expected to be Artigas, Espana, Mariscal Lopez, Eusebio Ayala, Fernando De La Mora, Felix Bogado, and the downtown area. Actions to Take: Avoid the area. Monitor local media …

The President of the United States has ordered a National Day of Mourning in recognition of the passing of former President George H. W. Bush.  The U.S. Embassy including the Consular Section, will be closed to the public on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. Additionally the Consular Section will be closed to the public on Thursday, …

Location: South of the U.S. Embassy (Kubitschek y 25 de Marzo) Actions to Take: Avoid the Embassy area. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests. Monitor local media for updates. Assistance: U.S. Embassy – Asuncion, Paraguay +(595) (21) 213-715 +(595) (21) 229-581 (after hours) ParaguayACS@state.gov U.S. Embassy web page State Department  …

Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Asuncion, Paraguay (August 6, 2018) Location: Asuncion, Paraguay Event:  Demonstrations are expected to take place on Monday, August 6, 2018 at 18:00 in front of Congress at the Plaza de Armas located at El Paraguayo Independiente Avenue between Jejui and Manduvira cross streets. The group intends to protest alleged government …

Location: Paraguay, countrywide Event: The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens abroad, including children. Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings. In the past, they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices. They may target schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, transportation …

Location: Begins two blocks east of the U.S. Embassy on Mariscal Lopez and will move to area directly in front of embassy. Event: Demonstration protesting U.S. involvement in Syria. U.S. government personnel have been advised to avoid the area directly in front of the embassy during the afternoon. Actions to Take: Avoid the area directly in …

Location: Central downtown area of Asuncion (gathering starts at Seminario Metropolitano – Kubitschek y 25 de Marzo and heads towards the Plaza De Armas in front of the Paraguayan Congress). Event: Campesino Demonstration U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the central downtown area tomorrow. Actions to Take: Avoid the central downtown area. Exercise caution if …

Location: Central downtown area of Asuncion Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on February 21, 2018 beginning at 6am and lasting all day.   The demonstration is being organized by taxi drivers who are opposed to the ridesharing service, Uber. U.S. government personnel were advised to avoid the central downtown area tomorrow. Actions to …

Event: As of February 1, 2018 the Paraguayan Ministry of Health updated the requirement that travelers should present proof of vaccination for yellow fever if the U.S. traveler spent time in the states of Bahía, Río de Janeiro, São Paulo or Espíritu Santo in Brazil prior to arriving in Paraguay. This requirement does not apply …

U.S. Embassy – Asuncion, Paraguay Message for U.S. Citizens Improvements to Safety and Security Information January 03, 2018   On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts.  …