Car, Boat & Heavy Equipment Shipping to Paraguay
One of South America's friendliest used-car markets: vehicles up to ~10 years old import at low duties, feeding a huge U.S. salvage-and-rebuild trade. Ocean to Buenos Aires or Montevideo, then Paraná river barge to Asunción.
Paraguay at a Glance
Space available- Shipping from
- $2,300+
- Ocean transit
- 30–45 days door-to-Asunción
- Arrival ports
- via Buenos Aires · Montevideo
- Import duty + VAT
- 0–20% + 10% IVA
- Used cars
- Allowed up to ~10 yrs old
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Shipping to Paraguay: What You Need to Know
Paraguay is the regional outlier — in the best way. While its neighbors ban used-car imports, Paraguay admits vehicles up to roughly 10 years old at some of the lowest tax totals in South America: 0–20% duty plus just 10% IVA. That openness has built one of the hemisphere's largest markets for U.S. salvage vehicles, with rebuild shops across Asunción and Ciudad del Este restoring auction units for local buyers and the wider region.
Being landlocked, Paraguay's freight arrives in two stages: ocean to Buenos Aires or Montevideo, then a Paraná river barge upstream to Asunción — or bonded truck when speed matters. Plan 30–45 days door to destination. The same corridor carries agricultural machinery for Paraguay's soy belt and consumer goods for the re-export trade in Ciudad del Este. We run the entire chain — ocean leg, transshipment, river or road leg, and Paraguayan clearance — under a single booking.
Key takeaway
Paraguay takes used cars up to ~10 years old at 0–20% duty + 10% IVA — among the lowest totals on the continent and ideal for U.S. salvage units. Budget 30–45 days via the Buenos Aires or Montevideo river corridor to Asunción.
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Paraguay
| U.S. Departure Port | Arrival Port | Ocean Transit | Sailing Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami / Port Everglades, FL | Montevideo → Asunción | 30–42 days | Bi-weekly |
| New York / New Jersey | Montevideo → Asunción | 32–45 days | Bi-weekly |
| Houston, TX | Buenos Aires → Asunción | 33–45 days | Bi-weekly |
| Savannah, GA | Buenos Aires → Asunción | 32–44 days | Monthly |
Transit times are port-to-port estimates and exclude export clearance and customs processing.
Shipping to Paraguay from the Port of Savannah
Seaway Export is headquartered at the Port of Savannah, Georgia — one of the fastest-growing container ports in the United States and our primary export gateway. We run regular sailings from Savannah to Paraguay, backed by departures from New York/New Jersey, Houston, and Los Angeles/Long Beach, so we can route your cargo on the lane that reaches Paraguay fastest and at the best price.
Cars, SUVs, pickups & classic vehicles — container or RoRo
Boats, yachts & personal watercraft — cradled or lift-on/lift-off
Heavy equipment & machinery — flat rack, breakbulk or RoRo
What It Costs to Ship to Paraguay
Indicative per-unit rates from U.S. ports. Your exact rate depends on vehicle dimensions, departure region, and current vessel space.
| Service | Typical Rate | What to Know | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared container (consolidated) | $2,300 – $3,200 | Budget-friendly, waits for consolidation | Standard sedans & SUVs |
| Dedicated 20ft container | $3,700 – $5,100 | Fastest loading, single vehicle | High-value or classic cars |
| Dedicated 40ft container | $4,900 – $7,000 | Fits 2 vehicles or vehicle + cargo | Pairs, dealer lots |
| RoRo (roll-on / roll-off) | Custom quote | Drive-on service, no container | Running vehicles, trucks, machinery |
| Flat rack / breakbulk | Custom quote | For oversized & non-running units | Heavy equipment, boats |
Rates shown are indicative ranges from the U.S. East Coast and are confirmed at booking.
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Price My ShipmentParaguay Import Duties & Taxes
| Category | Import Duty | VAT / Tax | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Used cars (≤10 yrs) | 0–20% | 10% | Among lowest totals in region |
| Salvage / rebuild units | 0–20% | 10% | Major import lane, big market |
| New vehicles | 0–20% | 10% | Type dependent |
| Agricultural machinery | 0–6% | 10% | Soy-belt demand, low duty |
| Trucks & commercial vehicles | 5–20% | 10% | Age & type dependent |
Indicative rates for general guidance — final assessment is made by customs at arrival. Our team confirms the exact landed cost before you book.
Documents You'll Need
- Original vehicle title (Certificate of Title) — lien-free
- Bill of sale or commercial invoice
- Copy of passport or government ID
- U.S. AES export filing (we handle this)
- Import declaration at destination (we coordinate)
- Packing list for personal items, if any
Buying salvage units for rebuild?
Paraguay is one of the few markets where U.S. salvage-title vehicles import legally and profitably. We consolidate multiple units per 40ft container from auction yards in Florida, Texas, and the Northeast, cutting per-unit freight for dealers — and manage the full river corridor to Asunción.
What We Ship to Paraguay
Every cargo type has its own routing, loading method, and import path. Pick yours to see the exact process.
Cars, SUVs & Classics
Container or RoRo service into Paraguay's main vehicle gateways, with full customs handling.
- Sedans, SUVs & pickups
- Classic & collector cars
- Motorcycles & ATVs
Heavy Equipment
Flat rack, breakbulk, and container loading for construction, agricultural, and industrial machinery bound for Paraguay.
- Excavators & dozers
- Agricultural machinery
- Oversized project cargo
Boats & Yachts
Cradled container loading or lift-on/lift-off service for boats and personal watercraft headed to Paraguay.
- Powerboats & sailboats
- Yachts & cruisers
- Jet skis & PWC
Container vs. RoRo to Paraguay
| Feature | Container | RoRo |
|---|---|---|
| Personal items allowed inside | ||
| Non-running vehicles accepted | ||
| Lowest cost for running cars | ||
| Weather-protected transit | ||
| Multiple vehicles per booking |
Popular U.S. → Paraguay Routes
Miami / Port Everglades, FL → Montevideo → Asunción
30–42 days ocean transit · Bi-weekly departures
New York / New Jersey → Montevideo → Asunción
32–45 days ocean transit · Bi-weekly departures
Houston, TX → Buenos Aires → Asunción
33–45 days ocean transit · Bi-weekly departures
Savannah, GA → Buenos Aires → Asunción
32–44 days ocean transit · Monthly departures
Step-by-Step: How Your Shipment to Paraguay Moves
Quote & booking
Day 0Lock in your rate and vessel space. We confirm pickup windows and the best departure port for your route.
U.S. pickup & delivery to port
Days 1–7Door pickup from any auction, dealer, or residence. Condition photos taken at every handoff.
Export clearance & loading
Days 5–12AES filing, title validation with CBP (72-hour rule), professional loading, blocking, and bracing.
Ocean transit
30–45 days door-to-AsunciónRegular sailings with full tracking from departure to arrival at via Buenos Aires · Montevideo.
Customs & handover
2–7 daysImport declaration, duty and tax payment, and release. Optional onward trucking to your final destination.
Buying from a U.S. auction? Read our step-by-step playbook before you bid.
Read the auction shipping guideFrequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about shipping to Paraguay. Can't find the answer you're looking for? Contact our team.
Yes — Paraguay is one of South America's most open used-car markets. Vehicles up to roughly 10 years old import legally at 0–20% duty plus just 10% IVA, among the lowest tax totals on the continent. Unlike most neighbors, salvage and rebuilt titles are welcome too. Send us the VIN and model year and we'll confirm the age window and quote the full landed cost to Asunción.
In two stages. Cargo sails to Buenos Aires or Montevideo, then moves upriver on a Paraná river barge to Asunción — or by bonded truck when speed matters. Plan 30–45 days door to destination. The cargo stays in customs transit through Argentina or Uruguay (no taxes there) and clears Paraguayan customs at Asunción. We run the whole chain — ocean, transshipment, river or road leg, and clearance — under one booking.
It's one of the best. Paraguay is among the few markets where U.S. salvage-title vehicles import legally and profitably, feeding rebuild shops across Asunción and Ciudad del Este. For dealers we consolidate multiple units per 40ft container from auction yards in Florida, Texas, and the Northeast, cutting per-unit freight, then manage the full river corridor to Asunción.
Agricultural machinery is the standout. Paraguay's soy belt pulls tractors, harvesters, and implements through the same river corridor at just 0–6% duty plus 10% IVA. The re-export trade in Ciudad del Este also moves consumer goods and electronics in volume. Whatever the mix, we consolidate and route it on the Buenos Aires/Montevideo–Asunción corridor under a single booking.
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