How to Ship to Paraguay from the US
Paraguay is a landlocked South American country with a growing middle class. Asunción's Silvio Pettirossi International Airport is the main air cargo gateway. All major express carriers serve Paraguay, routing through São Paulo or Buenos Aires. Paraguay is known for low import duties and has historically been a regional re-export hub, particularly via Ciudad del Este on the Brazil border.
Paraguay charges customs duty (0–20%) plus IVA (10% — among South America's lowest VAT rates) on imports. Personal-use packages often clear with minimal duties. Ciudad del Este is a special commercial zone where many Brazilians and Argentines shop — if shipping there, expect different commercial dynamics.
Typical 1 lb cost
$50–$75 USD
Typical transit
6–20 business days
Carrier Options to Paraguay
DHL Express Worldwide
Best for Paraguay. 4-6 business days via São Paulo hub. Strong Asunción operations.
FedEx International Priority
4-6 business days. Reliable for business shipments to Asunción.
UPS Worldwide Expedited
5-7 business days. Covers Asunción metro area.
USPS Priority Mail International
2–4 weeks via Correo Paraguayo. Budget option; slow.
Customs Forms Required
CN22 for items under $400. CN23 + commercial invoice for higher-value packages.
Commonly Prohibited Items
- ✕Firearms and weapons without DNA (National Disarmament) authorization
- ✕Illegal drugs
- ✕Counterfeit goods (though Ciudad del Este has a reputation for lax enforcement)
- ✕Dangerous chemicals without SEAM permit
- ✕Pornographic material
Paraguay-Specific Shipping Tips
- 💡 Paraguay's IVA is only 10% — one of South America's lowest VAT rates, making total import costs more predictable
- 💡 Asunción has reliable express carrier service; rural eastern Paraguay may need extra transit time
- 💡 Paraguay uses both Spanish and Guaraní — Spanish is standard for customs forms and addresses
- 💡 Ciudad del Este is a commercial re-export zone — if shipping there, understand it may be for resale
- 💡 Express carriers are significantly faster than Correo Paraguayo for international shipments
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