Can I import a right-hand-drive car to Paraguay?

Paraguay accepts both left- and right-hand-drive vehicles, which makes it one of the few South American countries where Japan's RHD domestic stock can be imported without conversion.

What is the age limit for importing a car to Paraguay?

The used-vehicle age cap is approximately 10 years. Our team confirms the current rule with a local broker before any car is sourced, as requirements can be updated.

How much is the total import duty in Paraguay?

Approximately 10% import duty, 15% excise, 10% VAT and 2% other levies — broadly 35–37% of the customs value. Our team confirms the exact, current figure for your car.

Cost to import a car from Japan to Paraguay

Rates & rules last reviewed 1 July 2026

Paraguay is one of the more accessible South American markets for Japanese used cars. Used vehicle imports are common, with an age cap of approximately ten years, and the country accepts both left- and right-hand-drive vehicles — a degree of flexibility unusual for the region. The combined tax load is around 35–37% on the customs value: approximately 10% import duty, 15% excise or surcharge, 10% VAT and other levies of around 2%. Most vehicles are routed through Iquique in Chile before being trucked to Asunción. When you import a car from Japan to Paraguay, our licensed team sources at USS auction in Japan and co-ordinates the full logistics chain — ocean freight to Iquique, truck to Asunción, and customs clearance — so you receive a complete landed cost quote before anything is committed.

Main ports: Iquique + inland to Asunción
Import age rule: Used vehicle imports are common (via Ciudad del Este). Cars up to ~10 years old; the ISC excise rises with age, so an older car pays more. Confirm current age/steering requirements with a local broker.
Steering: both
Duties & taxes: Paraguay charges a 6% import duty, an ISC excise on used cars that is age-progressive (roughly 16% to over 50% — older cars pay more), 10% IVA and a ~0.5% customs service fee. For a typical 7-10-year-old import the total lands around 45-50% of CIF. Because the ISC depends on the exact age, our team confirms the figure before quoting.

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Estimate only — duties, freight and last-mile delivery vary and policies change. Our team confirms exact, current figures on WhatsApp before any bid.

How to import a car from Japan to Paraguay

Choose your vehicle
We shortlist Japanese used cars within Paraguay's approximate 10-year age window — both LHD and RHD options are available — to match your budget and use case.
Licensed auction sourcing in Japan
Our USS Members Card gives us access to Japan's main auction houses. We read the full auction sheet and grade and confirm condition before any bid.
Ocean shipping to Iquique, Chile
Paraguay is landlocked, so vehicles typically sail to the Port of Iquique (ZOFRI free zone) and are cleared for transit from there. We manage the shipping and notify you of arrival.
Overland transit to Paraguay
From Iquique the car is trucked overland to Asunción or your nearest city. We co-ordinate with trusted transit agents and quote the overland leg upfront.
Customs clearance and nationalisation
On arrival in Paraguay we handle customs, paying approximately 35–37% combined taxes (10% duty, 15% excise, 10% VAT, 2% other levies), and manage the nationalisation process for registration.

Import duties & taxes in Paraguay explained

Paraguay applies approximately 10% import duty, 15% excise or surcharge, 10% VAT and other levies of around 2% on the customs value — a combined burden broadly cited at 35–37%. This is lower than most South American neighbours, which partly explains Paraguay's active used-car import trade. Age and steering rules should be confirmed with our local broker before the car ships, as requirements can shift. Our team confirms the exact, current figure for your car.

Popular Japanese cars for Paraguay

Daihatsu Mira
Very low running cost — and Paraguay's acceptance of both LHD and RHD means kei cars from Japan's domestic market land with no steering-conversion cost.
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Honda Fit
Practical and fuel-efficient, popular across South America — hybrid and petrol options suit a range of Paraguayan buyers from city commuters to regional traders.
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Suzuki Swift
Light, economical and easy to resell — a reliable first import for buyers who want low maintenance and a predictable running cost in the Paraguayan market.
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Toyota Probox
A durable commercial wagon that handles Paraguay's varied road conditions and doubles as a fleet workhorse — popular with small businesses and traders.
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Shipping cost to major cities in Paraguay

Asuncion — Delivery from Iquique via overland transit to Asunción adds roughly $1,070 for a sedan.
San Lorenzo — Delivery from Iquique to San Lorenzo adds roughly $1,230 for a sedan.
Encarnacion — Delivery from Iquique to Encarnación adds roughly $1,220 for a sedan.
Ciudad del Este — Delivery from Iquique to Ciudad del Este adds roughly $1,240 for a sedan.

Frequently asked questions

Can I import a right-hand-drive car to Paraguay?: Paraguay accepts both left- and right-hand-drive vehicles, which makes it one of the few South American countries where Japan's RHD domestic stock can be imported without conversion.
What is the age limit for importing a car to Paraguay?: The used-vehicle age cap is approximately 10 years. Our team confirms the current rule with a local broker before any car is sourced, as requirements can be updated.
How much is the total import duty in Paraguay?: Approximately 10% import duty, 15% excise, 10% VAT and 2% other levies — broadly 35–37% of the customs value. Our team confirms the exact, current figure for your car.