Paraguay - Consulate of South Africa in Asuncion

You are a Paraguayan citizen or you are from South Africa and are looking for information on the consulate of South Africa in Asuncion situated in Paraguay. A consulate in Asuncion could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of South Africa. It all depends on the importance of Asuncion and Paraguay in the relationships with the government of South Africa.


South African Consulate in Asuncion, Paraguay Asuncion Fulgencio R. Moreno 509, Piso 8 Asuncion Paraguay

Tel: (+595) (21) 441-971

Fax: (+595) (21) 448-985

Email: saconsl@tigo.com.py

Website:


The difference between consulates found in Asuncion are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of South Africa in Paraguay besides Asuncion

South African Consulate in Asuncion, Paraguay Asuncion Fulgencio R. Moreno 509, Piso 8 Asuncion Paraguay
Email: saconsl@tigo.com.py - Tel: (+595) (21) 441-971 - Website:

Or the embassy of South Africa in Paraguay

(There is no embassy of South Africa located in Paraguay)

Consulate Appointment in Asuncion

Most consulates in Asuncion need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of South Africa in Asuncion first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Asuncion do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Paraguay or South Africa.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Asuncion please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.