South AmericaShipping Heavy Equipment to Paraguay
Paraguay's agriculture and growing economy drive equipment demand. As a landlocked country, cargo routes through Argentine and Uruguayan ports.
Main Ports
- Via Port of Buenos Aires
- Via Port of Montevideo
Shipping Methods
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
- River Transport
Key Regulations
- Paraguayan Customs (DNA)
- MERCOSUR Membership
- River Transport
Common Cargo
- Agricultural Equipment
- Construction Machinery
- Industrial Equipment
Main Ports in Paraguay
Via Port of Buenos Aires
Transit Route
Via Port of Montevideo
Transit Route
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Paraguay
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Buenos Aires / Montevideo, then Paraguay (barge/overland) | Container + River/Inland | 28–40 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Paraguay
We ship to Paraguay (Via Port of Buenos Aires) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 28-40 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Paraguay
Paraguay is landlocked; cargo routes via Buenos Aires or Montevideo and up the Paraná river or overland. It applies a Mercosur tariff plus 10% VAT (IVA) — one of the lower VAT rates in the region. Used cars over 10 years old are restricted.
- Import Duty
- Mercosur CET / tariff by type (confirm by HS code)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- IVA 10%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Customs dispatch and registration charges
Source: Dirección Nacional de Aduanas (Paraguay) · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Used cars over 10 years old are restricted; routing is via Atlantic ports plus a river/overland leg.
Source: Dirección Nacional de Aduanas (Paraguay) · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Paraguayan Customs (DNA)
National customs procedures apply.
MERCOSUR Membership
Regional integration with common external tariff.
River Transport
Paraguay-Paraná waterway provides alternative access.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Paraguay
- Plan the river-barge (Paraná) or overland leg from Buenos Aires/Montevideo.
- Paraguay is a relatively active used-import market within Mercosur limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
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