USD to Paraguayan Guaraní: Current Exchange Rate
As of the latest available data, the exchange rate is approximately:
1 USD = 7,085.50 PYG (Paraguayan Guaraní)
Important Context
- Rate fluctuates daily — driven by commodity prices (soy, beef), central bank policy (BCP), USD strength, political risk.
- Official vs. Parallel: Paraguay has a unified market; minimal spread between official (BCP) and curb rates.
- Inflation: ~4–6% annually; Guaraní gradually depreciates vs USD long-term.
- Cash economy: USD widely accepted in border zones (Ciudad del Este); bring crisp, new $100 bills for best rate.
Practical Conversion
| USD | PYG (approx) |
|---|
| $1 | 7,086 |
| $10 | 70,855 |
| $100 | 708,550 |
| $500 | 3,542,750 |
| $1,000 | 7,085,500 |
Where to Exchange
- Banks (Banco Continental, Itaú, BNF, Regional): Best rates, require passport.
- Casas de Cambio (Asunción, Ciudad del Este): Competitive, no account needed.
- ATMs (Red Banca, BNF): Withdraw PYG with debit card (check fees).
- Hotels/Airports: Worst rates; avoid.
Always verify live rate at bcp.gov.py (Central Bank) or xe.com before transacting. The 7,085.50 figure is a snapshot — not a guarantee.
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