Paraguay (PY)

Affordable South American residency hub with low taxes, warm climate, Mercosur access, growing expat communities, and a practical base in Asuncion, Encarnacion and Ciudad del Este.

Capital: Asuncion

Region: Americas

Language: Spanish

Currency: PYG (Gs.)

Cost of living: Very affordable (index 25)

Emergency: 911

Bringing Pets to Paraguay

Requirements, costs and process for relocating with your pets.

Microchip

Not required

Health certificate

Required

Import permit

Required

Quarantine

Not required

Vaccinations

Rabies vaccination Core dog/cat vaccines strongly recommended Parasite treatment may be requested by airline or origin country

Restricted Breeds

Plus Airline and municipality restrictions may apply to pit bull-type or aggressive dogs; confirm locally before travel.

💰 Costs

Budget USD 150-600+ for veterinary certificates, endorsements, airline fees and SENACSA processing; cargo transport can cost much more for large dogs.

🐕 Dog Tax / Registration

No national annual dog tax. Condominiums and municipalities may impose registration, leash, noise, or dangerous-dog rules.

Register with a private veterinarian soon after arrival for vaccine record conversion, tick/flea prevention and emergency contacts.

📋 Relocation Process

Check SENACSA import requirements, obtain a veterinary health certificate shortly before travel, ensure rabies vaccination is valid, secure airline approval, carry originals and Spanish translations where possible, and register with a local vet after arrival.

Heat, ticks, leishmaniasis risk in parts of the region, street dogs and limited emergency veterinary care outside Asuncion are the main practical issues. Never ship a pet during peak summer heat without airline confirmation.