As Paraguay’s diplomatic representation in Belgium, the Embassy of Paraguay in Brussels handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Avenue Louise 475, 1050 Brussels, Belgium |
| Telephone | +32 2 649 90 55 +32 470 48 19 18 |
| Fax | +32 2 647 42 48 |
| embapar@skynet.be | |
| Website | www.mre.gov.py/index.php/representaciones/embajadas-del-paraguay-e |
| Head of Mission | Enrique Miguel Franco Maciel, Ambassador |
| National Day | 14 May |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information (not published in the Belgian protocol list) – please confirm before your visit, especially on Belgian and Paraguayan public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at Avenue Louise 475 (1050 Brussels).
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the embassy website and bring originals with copies.
About the Paraguayan Embassy in Brussels
Enrique Miguel Franco Maciel heads the embassy as ambassador; the Belgian list gives 11 July 2024 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Many embassies in Brussels are also accredited to Luxembourg, and some Paraguayan diplomats in the city work with the European Union and NATO – these are separate missions with their own staff. One honorary consulate supports Paraguayan citizens in other parts of Belgium.
Consular services
Requests the consular staff deal with:
- Paraguayan passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official Paraguayan sources:
Paraguayan consular passport (residents abroad)
- You must live in the consular jurisdiction of the representation
- Paraguayan identity card (cédula) or a copy – or your expired passport or another document proving your identity
- The completed and signed application form; personal appearance (excused only in justified cases)
- No police record; payment of the consular fee
- Urgent travel: a provisional passport with limited validity (e.g. 60 days)
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay – passports, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Paraguay – passports (new portal) (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the embassy website first.
Visa and entry information for Belgian citizens
Belgian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Paraguay; a valid passport is required. The Belgian Foreign Ministry keeps the entry rules for Belgians in its travel documents database; check it before booking.
Closing days
Like most offices in Belgium, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, Ascension Day and Whit Monday as well as on the Paraguayan national day, 14 May. Check before visiting in the weeks around Christmas, Easter and in July/August.
Emergency assistance
For emergencies, the embassy’s number is +32 2 649 90 55. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. The Belgian emergency number is 112 (police: 101).
Diplomatic missions of Paraguay in Belgium
Paraguay in Belgium
- Brussels – Embassy of Paraguay (this page)
- Dilbeek – Honorary Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Paraguay in Brussels
Where is the Paraguayan Embassy in Brussels?
At Avenue Louise 475, 1050 Brussels.
When is the Paraguayan Embassy in Brussels open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Who is the ambassador of Paraguay to Belgium?
Enrique Miguel Franco Maciel, according to the Belgian protocol list of 8 October 2026.
When is the Paraguayan national day?
The national day of Paraguay is 14 May; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Belgian citizens need a visa for Paraguay?
No, not for short tourist stays – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Belgian Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Protocol – heads of mission and embassy addresses (as of 8 October 2026), Belgian Foreign Ministry – directory of foreign embassies in Belgium, Belgian Foreign Ministry – travel documents for Belgians, www.mre.gov.py/index.php/representaciones/embajadas-del-paraguay-e. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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