Editing Paraguay

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=Visiting {{PAGENAME}}=
South America's least visited country Spanish speaking country is in itself a reason to go. The people are always delighted to see tourists because they are such a rarity, we've not met more hospitable folk. Huge diversity of ethnic backgrounds and fascinating history. First country in South America to build railways (with British engineers). Great Spanish speaking route from Brazil's Pantanal to Brazil's Iguazu Falls for those who find Portuguese confusing. Worlds 2nd largest dam, anyone? Ok, I'm out

=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike=
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==Required Paperwork== 
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EU nationals do not need a visa. US and various others do. Visa in advance only. In Bolivia, Paraguayan Embassy in La Paz and Consulate in Santa Cruz both said visas officially take 3 days but they could usually get them processed the following day.

==Process at border==

Ponta Pora, Brazil to Juan Pedro Caballero, Paraguay. These are basically two towns that act as one and the border runs straight through the middle. You need to find all the offices and they are spread out. Brazil side, get your exit stamp from the immigration office in the Aeroporto Internacional de Ponta Pora from the immigration window on the left end near departures. You don't require vehicle paperwork for Brazil so no need to visit customs.
Paraguay side, Migración is in a large Y shaped building (as seen on Google Maps satellite image) west, south-west from where Campeones del 65 (Route 5) meets Avenue International. They weren't busy and it didn't take long. Aduana is 1km further west on the corner of Jose Gaspar R De Francia and R Juan E Oleary. Unlike Migración, there is a big sign on the building. First floor office, again, not much going on. Very polite and interested in our journey. Both buildings are facing Brazil directly.

There is no immigration office in Bella Vista, so you'll need to go to Juan Pedro Caballero for paperwork anyway if you cross there.

==Cost of entry==
No charge for vehicle entry and you get the same amount of time as your entry stamp

==Permitted length of stay==
As long as your immigration stamp. Max 90 days

==Extension of stay==
''Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.''

==Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country==
''Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.'' <br />
''Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.''

==Exiting with a vehicle==
''Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.''

=Driving in {{PAGENAME}}= 
==Recommended books for Overlanding in {{PAGENAME}}==
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==Travel insurance for {{PAGENAME}}==

==Vehicle insurance requirements==
'Paraguay has an obligatory SOAT insurance system much like elsewhere in South America. As a foreigner, if you have a MERCOSUR insurance policy covering Paraguay then you are exempt from the SOAT.

==Cost of vehicle insurance==
''State the price of insurance and a time period.''

==Where to purchase vehicle insurance==
''Describe where insurance can be purchased.''

==Driving license==
''State the kind of driving licenses required. i.e. International Driving Permit.''

==Driving side of road==
Right. <br/>
Unknown if RHD vehicles can be driven in {{PAGENAME}}.

==Mandatory items in vehicle==
''State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle.
(i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)''
==Roads==
===General Road quality===
Main routes are generally In good condition for Latin American standards. Once off the main routes things can get tricky as most are unpaved, especially access roads to properties. Lots of mud when it rains. Roads between Ponta Pora & Concepción, Concepción & Ciudad de Este, Ciudad de Este & Encarnación fully paved. Between Santa Rosa de Aquaray and Laguna Blanca, it's 30km of unpaved sandy roads. We got through in a Toyota Corolla, but if it rains it gets nasty. A new road is being built but it's been several years in the making and is clearly several years from completion. Route 8 is unpaved south of Caazapa, so not possible for access to Encarnación. Nov 2015

===Road signs===
If you've come from Bolivia you'll be delighted, if you've been in Brazil... Bad times

===Toll roads===
Most Peajes we've seen have been in construction. From Ponta Pora to Encarnación we've paid 3 times, 10000-11000 Guaranies ($1.80-$2). Most charge in one direction only

==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}==
We have found the Police to be interested and very helpful. We've not experienced bribery here

==Checkpoints==
High frequency of Police checkpoints across the country. They have little interest in stopping tourists, police cars can be seen at either side of most towns. We were only stopped once near the border at Pedro Juan Cabellero and they only asked to see passports, no car documents. Very polite and tranquillo

==Traveling with pets==
''List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.''

=Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}=
'''Last updated: <span style="color:red">November 2015</span>'''<br />

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==Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency==
Lots and lots. Price is not state controlled. Might be a problem in the Chaco, but we didn't go, so we don't know

==Gas and Diesel Quality==
''Discuss if gasoline / diesel considered "clean" or "dirty", and generally high or low quality.''<br />
''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.''

=Safety and Security Considerations=
==Driving at night==
''Discuss driving at night and if it should it be avoided. Mention why.''

==Vehicle parking==
''Discuss if vehicles can be parked on the street, if they are considered "safe" at night.''
''If vehicles can not be parked on the street, list the other options that exist.''

==Special driving considerations==
''A List of special things to be careful of (i.e. Unsigned speed bumps, abnormal road rules, people or animals on the road, etc.).'' <br/>
''List any roads that are not recommended to drive for safety or other security reasons.''

==Security advisories and information==
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=Camping in {{PAGENAME}}=
''Describe if organized "pay" camping is common. List the facilities commonly found at these campsites.''<br />
''List the approximate average price range of camping in organized campgrounds.'' <br />
''Also discuss the possibility of "wild" or "roadside" camping. How common is it? Is it considered safe, or a bad idea.''

==Camping guide books==
''List and link to books specifically for camping.''

==Drinking water==
''Describe if the regular tap water is safe to drink.''
''If not, describe where safe water can be purchased and the approximate average price range.''

=Navigation=
==Paper maps==
Reise Know-How are amoung the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in {{PAGENAME}}
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==GPS Maps of {{PAGENAME}}==
* Proyecto Mapear has great coverage and version 10.0 also includes [[Argentina]], [[Uruguay]], [[Chile]] and [[Bolivia]] <ref>[http://www.proyectomapear.com.ar Proyecto Mapear]</ref>

==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}==
* [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.
''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.''

=Special Overland Travel interests=
''List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders''

=Vehicle Maintenance=
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==Local Garages==
''Add known good mechanics here.''

=Buy or sell a car or motorbike in {{PAGENAME}}=
'''Buy'''<br/>
''Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.''
''List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.''

'''Sell'''<br/>
''Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'

=References=
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=Helpful External links=
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