Business Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 10-15 business days
- Fee
- $125 USD
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Multiple entry business visa typically valid for 180 days with 90-day stays. Can be extended for additional 90 days. Many visa-free countries (EU, Mercosur, etc.) can conduct business activities without this visa.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Business meetings, conferences, trade activities.
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Employment
Employment verification from sending company required, but not Paraguayan job offer.
Required status: Employment verification from sending company
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Financial
Sufficient funds to support business trip.
Minimum funds: Varies
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size photograph
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements or proof of financial means; Minimum amount: Sufficient for stay
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: No; Must include salary: No
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Invitation letter from Paraguayan company or business partner on company letterhead
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Business visa application form; Form url: https://www.mre.gov.py/visasenlinea/
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Bank transfer, cash; Amount: $125 USD
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain invitation letter from Paraguayan business partner and gather required documents.
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Online application
Submit business visa application online.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Paraguayan embassy/consulate.
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Document submission
Submit all documents in person at embassy/consulate.
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Fee payment
Pay business visa fee (typically USD $100-150).
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Processing wait
Processing typically takes 10-15 business days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with business visa.