Car Hire in Paraguay

People drive on the right in Paraguay. If you are travelling to Paraguay from a country that drives on the opposite side of the road, then this may take some getting used to, especially if you intend to hire a car during your stay.

Paraguay has a road quality score of 2.3 on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 is the lowest rated score. This puts Paraguay at 138 out of 137 countries for road conditions. You may find that depending on where you travel within Paraguay that the road quality will vary.

0.08% is the legal BAC limit in Paraguay. Any higher and you will be considered driving under the influence and may receive monetary fines, licence restrictions, and other penalties. Be aware that 20 is the legal drinking age in Paraguay, and there are strict laws that prohibit drivers under this age from drink driving.

Prices for cars in Paraguay are refreshed on a daily basis.

As of April 2025, there are 56 operators available to choose from for cars in Paraguay.

Among different countries, including Paraguay, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

To hire a car in Paraguay, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.