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Paraguay Visa for China Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Chinese citizens must obtain a Paraguayan tourist visa from the consulate before travel; the sticker visa costs around $160 and takes roughly 5-10 business days to process.

Guide last updated October 4, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay
  • Completed Paraguayan visa application form
  • Two recent passport-size photos, white background
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement from the last 3 months)
  • Round-trip flight itinerary
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter from a host in Paraguay
  • Employment letter or business registration document
  • Travel health insurance: recommended, not mandatory
  • Biometrics: fingerprints taken at the consulate appointment

Visa types

  • Tourist Visa - single entry, visa valid 90 days from issue, permitted stay up to 90 days, fee approximately $160
  • Business Visa - same core documents plus a company invitation letter, similar fee and validity
  • Transit Visa - for onward travel within 72 hours, reduced fee around $65

How to apply

  • Step 1: Schedule an appointment at the Paraguayan Embassy in Beijing
  • Step 2: Submit the application form with passport, photos, bank statement, and supporting letters in person
  • Step 3: Pay the visa fee as directed by the consulate (cash or bank transfer)
  • Step 4: Provide fingerprints and, if requested, attend a brief interview
  • Step 5: Collect the passport with the visa sticker affixed
  • Standard processing: 5-10 business days from the appointment date

Fees & processing time

  • Tourist visa fee: approximately $160
  • No additional third-party service fee, as applications are submitted directly to the embassy
  • Total cost estimate: $160-180 including photos
  • Standard processing time: 5-10 business days
  • Express option: not formally available; urgent requests are considered case-by-case

Tips for China travelers

  • Start the application at least a month before travel, since the Beijing embassy handles a limited volume and appointment slots can be scarce
  • Keep financial documents recent and consistent - vague or outdated bank statements are the most cited rejection reason for Chinese applicants
  • If traveling as part of a tour group, ask the tour operator about group visa processing, which some agencies coordinate directly with the embassy
  • Note that Paraguay has growing bilateral trade ties with China, but this does not currently translate into visa-free access for ordinary passports
  • Extensions are handled by the Paraguayan Dirección Nacional de Migraciones and must be requested before the 90-day stay expires

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.