As Paraguay’s diplomatic representation in France, the Embassy of Paraguay in Paris handles political, economic and consular relations.
Contact Details
| Address | 1 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 42 22 85 05 +33 6 70 06 27 37 |
| embaparfrancia@mre.gov.py | |
| Website | www.mre.gov.py/embapar-francia/index.php/fr |
| Social Media | Facebook · X |
| Head of Mission | Cynthia Filártiga Lacroix, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
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 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Paraguayan public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
Visitors go to 1 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
Who runs the Paraguayan Embassy?
According to the embassy, it is headed by Cynthia Filártiga Lacroix, Ambassador. According to the French Foreign Ministry, about 1,200 Paraguayan nationals live in France. In the other direction, about 901 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in Paraguay.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Paraguayan passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
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 French citizens
French citizens do not need a visa for short stays in Paraguay (up to 90 days). A valid passport is required. Parts of Paraguay are classified as areas to avoid in French travel advice. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
Expect the embassy to be closed on French public holidays and on the Paraguayan national holiday (15 May). Call ahead around Christmas and Easter.
Emergency assistance
In an emergency, Paraguayan citizens should call the embassy on +33 1 42 22 85 05. Embassies can issue emergency travel documents, contact relatives and provide lists of lawyers or doctors; they cannot pay bills or act as a lawyer.
Diplomatic missions of Paraguay in France
Paraguay in France
- Paris – Embassy of Paraguay (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Paraguay in Paris
What is the address of the Paraguayan Embassy in France?
At 1 Rue Saint-Dominique, 75007 Paris.
When is the Paraguayan Embassy in Paris open?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00. Confirm before visiting.
Do French citizens need a visa for Paraguay?
No, for stays of up to 90 days.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for Paraguay, www.mre.gov.py/embapar-francia/index.php/fr. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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