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Current Date And Time In Paraguay

Tuesday, 23 June 2026
13:09:02 PYT
Capital: Asuncion
Currency: Paraguayan guaraní (PYG)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (PYT)
Population: 6,945,779

✈️ Paraguay - Travel Information


Complete travel intelligence for Paraguay — covering electrical plug types (Type A–O), voltage & frequency standards, emergency phone numbers, driving side, international dialing code, internet domain and key Human Development Index (HDI) indicators. A practical reference for corporate travellers, expatriates, supply chain professionals, electronics importers, logistics coordinators and international business professionals planning operations in Paraguay.

Why This Data Matters: Packing the wrong plug adapter or voltage converter can permanently damage equipment worth thousands of dollars. Calling the wrong emergency number costs critical response time. Not knowing which side of the road Paraguay drives on creates road safety risks. HDI scores, GDP per capita, life expectancy and literacy rates directly inform market entry decisions, workforce planning, investment risk assessment and strategic decision-making for businesses expanding into Paraguay.

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📊 Development & Social Indicators

Human Development Index (HDI) score 0.717 (ranked #108 globally, High development), life expectancy at birth 74.0 years, adult literacy rate 94.9%, GDP per capita USD 6,416, unemployment rate 4.8%. Published annually by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), these socioeconomic indicators benchmark Paraguay's Human Development Index (HDI), quality of life, workforce readiness and consumer market potential. Business analysts, market research teams and investment strategists use this data for market entry analysis, workforce planning and location intelligence when evaluating Paraguay as an operational or investment destination.

IndicatorValueCategory / Note
🌟 Human Development Index (HDI)0.717 (Rank #108)High
👤 Life Expectancy74.0 yearsAverage years at birth
📚 Literacy Rate94.9%Adults 15+ years
💼 Unemployment Rate4.8%As % of labour force
💰 GDP per Capita$6,416USD, current prices

🚗 Driving & General Info

Paraguay uses Right-hand traffic — always confirm driving side in Paraguay before renting a car, booking a self-drive hire or dispatching a company vehicle fleet. This section also covers Paraguay's time zone -04:00, country calling code +595 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .PY. Practical data for corporate travellers, expats, car rental operators, logistics teams and international business professionals managing cross-border operations in Paraguay.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-04:00
📞 Country Calling Code+595
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.PY

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Verified emergency phone numbers for Paraguay — police 912, ambulance 141, fire brigade 132, general emergency 911. Save these to your phone before arriving in Paraguay. In a genuine emergency, dialling the wrong number costs critical response time. Paraguay emergency contacts are used by corporate travel managers, expatriate support teams, field operations staff and international logistics coordinators as part of travel risk management and business continuity planning.

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Police
912
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Ambulance
141
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Fire
132
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General
911

⚡ Electrical Standards

Paraguay operates on 230V / 50Hz with Type A/B/C/N socket. Verify device voltage compatibility before travel — using a 110V appliance on a 220–240V supply permanently damages equipment. Pack the correct plug adapter for Paraguay and, where voltage differs, a step-down voltage converter. Critical pre-travel check for electronics importers, corporate travellers, expats and supply chain teams shipping or operating equipment in Paraguay.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
NType N: Two round pins (IEC standard)

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Paraguay is set to Paraguay Time (PYT) with a current offset of UTC -04:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Paraguay requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneParaguay Time (PYT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusInactive (Standard Time In Effect)
📅 DST Transition DatesObserved from October 04 (00:00) to March 28 (00:00).
🕒 Current Local Time6:39 PM on Tuesday, June 23, 2026

🗺️ Neighbouring Countries Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for countries closest to Paraguay. Used by international logistics managers and border-crossing planners to evaluate trade corridors, transit logistics and cross-border operations.

FlagCountryDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
National Flag Of BoliviaBolivia596 mi960 kmNW
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National Flag Of BrazilBrazil765 mi1,232 kmNE
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National Flag Of ArgentinaArgentina1,078 mi1,736 kmSSW
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🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Paraguay by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubState / ProvinceTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
AsunciónAsuncion1,482,200-25.2865° N-57.6470° E
Ciudad del EsteAlto Paraná Department301,815-25.5036° N-54.6507° E
San LorenzoCentral Department227,876-25.3397° N-57.5088° E
CapiatáCentral Department198,553-25.3552° N-57.4455° E
LambaréCentral Department126,377-25.3468° N-57.6065° E

✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Paraguay

⚡ Electrical Standards & Power Compatibility

Corporate travellers and electronics importers must verify voltage compatibility and plug type before visiting or shipping devices to Paraguay. Using a 110V device on a 230V supply permanently damages equipment. Pack a universal travel adapter and a step-down voltage converter when needed. Paraguay's electrical infrastructure follows international IEC standards. Plug types range from Type A (North America) to Type G (UK) — the correct adapter eliminates power compatibility issues across all device categories.

🚨 Emergency Services & Safety Preparedness

Store Paraguay's police, ambulance and fire brigade numbers in your phone before arrival. In urgent situations, dialling the wrong number costs critical response minutes. Many countries have adopted universal emergency numbers (112 or 911) while others maintain separate dedicated lines for each service. Expatriates, logistics teams and field workers operating in Paraguay should brief staff on local emergency protocols as part of operational risk management and business continuity planning.

🚗 Driving Rules, Road Safety & IDP Requirements

Roughly 35% of countries worldwide drive on the left — a direct result of British colonial infrastructure. Visitors and corporate fleet operators in Paraguay must confirm the local driving side, road sign conventions, speed limits and International Driving Permit (IDP) requirements. Steering wheel position reflects road side — left-side driving countries use right-hand drive vehicles. Fleet managers dispatching vehicles across borders need this data for driver safety briefings and insurance compliance.

📊 Human Development Index (HDI) Explained

The HDI is a composite 0–1 score published annually by the UNDP, combining life expectancy at birth, mean years of schooling and gross national income per capita. Scores above 0.800 = Very High Development; 0.700–0.799 = High; 0.550–0.699 = Medium; below 0.550 = Low. Market analysts and strategic planners use HDI to evaluate workforce quality, consumer spending capacity and operational infrastructure maturity when assessing Paraguay as a target market or investment destination.

💊 Healthcare, Life Expectancy & Workforce Planning

Life expectancy reflects the quality of a country's healthcare infrastructure, nutrition standards and public health investment. For HR directors, workforce planners and expatriate managers, high life expectancy indicates a healthy, productive talent pool and lower employee health-risk exposure. Companies relocating staff to Paraguay use this metric to benchmark health insurance premiums, medical evacuation policies and employee wellness programmes in line with international corporate standards.

💰 GDP, Unemployment & Economic Intelligence

GDP per capita and unemployment rate are two of the most reliable indicators for evaluating consumer market potential. High GDP per capita = stronger consumer purchasing power and premium pricing viability. High unemployment = lower labour costs but also reduced consumer spending. Combine these with literacy rate data and local currency data to build a complete picture for talent acquisition strategy, retail pricing models, franchise expansion feasibility and market entry risk assessment for Paraguay.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Check the plug type and voltage — buy the correct adapter in advance. Save all emergency numbers to your phone. Confirm driving side if you plan to rent a vehicle or operate a company fleet.
📊 Market Research Use:Use HDI, GDP per capita and population data to evaluate Paraguay as a target market. Cross-reference life expectancy with literacy rate to assess workforce readiness and consumer behaviour patterns.
🌍 Operational Planning:Logistics teams and field operators use dialing code, time zone and internet domain data to configure VoIP systems, ERP settings and communication tools for seamless cross-border operations in Paraguay.

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🗺 Paraguay MapView the Paraguay satellite map with precise GPS coordinates and boundaries.
💰 Currency of ParaguayCheck the official currency profile and live forex exchange rates.
📍 States & ProvincesExplore states and provinces of Paraguay with coordinates and population data.