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Verified June 2026

Do Paraguayans need ETIAS?

Yes

Yes. Paraguayan citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Paraguayans will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

Needs ETIAS?
Yes
Cost
€20
Validity
3 yrs
From
Q4 2026

Paraguay's citizens can travel visa-free to the Schengen area for short stays, and that visa-free access is why ETIAS will apply. ETIAS is a fast online authorisation rather than a visa.

As with every visa-exempt nationality, the 90/180 rule still governs how long Paraguayans may stay; ETIAS is the authorisation you obtain in advance and keep linked to your passport.

Passport requirements

Your Paraguayan passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your intended departure from Europe and issued within the previous 10 years. Many Paraguayans are of European descent and may be eligible for a second EU nationality; if you travel on an EU passport, ETIAS does not apply to you at all.

How Paraguayans will apply

When ETIAS launches, Paraguayans will apply online on the official EU portal, pay €20 (free under 18 or over 70), and receive an authorisation linked to their passport for up to 3 years. It is not a visa - see what ETIAS is and how it differs from a visa.

ETIAS gets Paraguayans to the border; it does not extend the stay. Check how many days are left with the free 90/180 calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Do Paraguayans need ETIAS?

Yes. Paraguayan citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Paraguayans will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

How much will ETIAS cost Paraguayans?

€20 per application, free for travellers under 18 or over 70. One authorisation lasts up to 3 years. See ETIAS cost.

When will Paraguayans need ETIAS from?

From the launch of ETIAS, expected in the last quarter of 2026. No exact date is set yet - track it on the ETIAS start date page.

Does ETIAS change the 90-day limit for Paraguayans?

No. ETIAS lets you travel, but the 90/180-day rule still caps short stays at 90 days in any 180. Plan it with the 90/180 calculator.

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