🇵🇾 Import Customs & Duties: Paraguay
Quick Facts
Umbral libre de impuestos
$50
Paquetes bajo $50, libre de impuestos
IVA / Impuesto
10%
CIF value + duty. IVA at 10% on most imports. 5% reduced rate on some basic goods.
Clearance Time
3-10 days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-14% MERCOSUR TEC (smartphones 12%, laptops 14%, TVs 20%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 20-35% MERCOSUR TEC (all garments 35%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 20-35% MERCOSUR TEC (all footwear 35%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-14% (rice 10%, meat 10%, dairy 12-14%, processed food 12-14%) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-6% (industrial machinery 0-2%, agricultural 0%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 14-20% (perfumes 18%, skincare 14%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 14-20% (basic toys 14%, electronic toys 20%) | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Calculadora de aranceles
Por debajo del umbral de minimis, ¡sin arancel!: $50 USD
Customs Clearance Process
Dirección Nacional de Aduanas (DNA, aduana.gov.py). SOFIA electronic customs system. MERCOSUR member, Common External Tariff (TEC) applies but Paraguay negotiates lower rates on many items. IVA at 10% on imports. Ciudad del Este free trade zone is a massive informal import/re-export hub for Brazil. Asunción river port is the main entry point.
What to Actually Expect
Landlocked, all imports via river ports (Asunción) or through Brazil/Argentina. Ciudad del Este is a massive re-export hub to Brazil (grey market electronics). MERCOSUR TEC rates but Paraguay gets lower rates on many items. IVA at 10% is low for the region. Customs can be slow and bureaucratic. Corruption is a known issue. DHL and FedEx available in Asunción. Postal mail very unreliable, 4-8 weeks. Contraband significant at borders.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Import License Requirements
Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and certain food products. SENACSA handles animal product certification. SENAVE for plant products. DINAVISA for pharmaceutical imports.
Certificate of Origin
MERCOSUR certificate for regional trade (Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay). ACE certificates for ALADI partners. Issued by REDIEX (Red de Inversiones y Exportaciones) or Cámara de Comercio.
Learn more →Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
Useful Links
Estimación de aranceles
Cargos de importación estimados al enviar mercancías a Paraguay:
| Valor del producto | Arancel | IVA/Impuesto | Total a pagar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $0 | $0 | Gratis |
| $100 | $5 | $11 | $16 |
| $200 | $15 | $22 | $37 |
| $500 | $45 | $55 | $100 |
| $1000 | $95 | $110 | $205 |
Solo estimaciones. Los aranceles reales dependen de la categoría del producto.
Rutas populares a Paraguay
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for Paraguay?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Paraguay is $50. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Paraguay?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Paraguay is 10%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. IVA at 10% on most imports. 5% reduced rate on some basic goods.
How long does customs clearance take in Paraguay?
Typical customs clearance in Paraguay takes 3-10 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Paraguay?
To import into Paraguay, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Paraguay?
Paraguay prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.