Send money to Paraguay

When you send money to Paraguay, you want to know it’ll reach your friends and family quickly and safely. Before you start a transfer, you need to consider how to send money to Paraguay and how soon you need the remittance to arrive in Paraguay. Plus, you might need to gather important information, like the precise address of the recipient. 

With these details, you can send money to loved ones in Paraguay with the least amount of fuss. Ready to get started? Get to know the following options to discover the best way to send money to Paraguay for both you and the recipient.

• International bank transfer: Making an international bank transfer means requesting that your bank transfer money from your checking or savings account to your recipient’s bank account. To do so, you’ll need their international bank account number (IBAN) and the bank’s SWIFT/BIC code. Just know that if speed is your main priority, bank transfers can take several days to reach their destination.

• Money transfer agents: Traditional money transfer agents can help you send money to Paraguay. If you use one of these third parties, funds will often reach the recipient faster than they will with a bank transfer. Yet, money transfer agents typically charge substantial fees for remittances. Plus, the exchange rates can be significantly worse than other options.

• International money orders: International money orders are like personal checks but available in post offices, banks, and retail stores. Once a money order reaches the receiver, it’s easily exchanged for Paraguay guaraní. So, what’s the drawback? As money orders are sent in the traditional mail, the fees can be expensive and the money might take a long time to arrive. Plus, like anything else sent in the mail, they can get lost en route to the destination.

• Ria: Ria is a safe and reliable way to send money to Paraguay. Available in over 190 countries, Ria offers transfers that take as little as 15 minutes with a credit or debit card. No matter what, you’ll benefit from our low fees, great exchange rates, and transparent costs. This way, the money you send to friends and family goes to them, not toward unnecessary charges.

Best of all, Ria makes sending money to Paraguay remarkably straightforward. Use our website or app, or drop into a partner location to make a hassle-free transfer. The recipient then has multiple options to receive the remittance, such as depositing it into their bank account or collecting it as cash from their nearest Ria partner store.

It can take anywhere from a few minutes to five business days to send money to an overseas location — including Paraguay. However, how long it takes depends on several factors, such as:

1. Transaction type

2. Payment method

3. Where you’re sending money from

4. Whether Ria requires additional information for security purposes

5. When you initiate the transfer

Some currencies or transfer methods are only available during local business hours. If you set up a Paraguay remittance outside of typical business hours, on a holiday, or on the weekend, you could experience delays.

If you’re looking for the fastest way to send money to Paraguay, you may want to use a debit or credit card for your transaction. These methods may incur additional fees, so be aware of that. However, they also typically finalize the same day they’re completed — sometimes within minutes -meaning your recipient could have the money almost immediately.

And if time isn’t a concern, consider setting up a bank transfer instead. This option usually takes three to five business days and comes with fewer fees.

The cost of sending money to Paraguay depends on several key factors, such as:

1. The payment method you use

2. The payout method (that is, the way your intended recipient gets the money)

3. Transfer amount

4. Currency exchange rates

Bank remittances are usually the cheapest option, while credit and debit card transfers can come with additional fees. This is especially true with credit card payments, as some credit card companies will charge extra. Keep in mind, though, that international money transfers usually come with certain charges — regardless of how you go about it.

As an international remittance service, Ria strives to keep our rates and fees as low as possible on money transfers to Paraguay and other countries. We do that by working with financial institutions worldwide to get you the lowest possible fees and best exchange rates. At times, we also have promo codes to cut down on some of the more unavoidable fees.

The overall transfer amount includes all fees. If you want to see the cost of sending money to Paraguay, here are your options:

1. Before you complete the transfer (but after you’ve logged into your account): You can see what it costs to send money to Paraguay via the app or website. Simply log into your account and go to “Send” or “Send Money.” Then, select your destination country, how much you want to send, your payout currency, and your payment and delivery methods.

2. Before you initiate a transfer (without logging in): You can go to Ria’s website for an estimate of what it will cost.

Both options can help prevent you from being surprised by any fees or charges associated with sending money overseas.

We offer several ways to track your money transfer to Paraguay, but the easiest option is to use our Track a Transfer tool, which provides real-time updates of your transfer — no matter where you are.

Here’s how to use this free online feature:

1. After logging into your Ria account: Once logged in, choose “Track” (from the app) or “Track a transfer” (from the website). Then, input the transfer’s unique personal identification number (PIN) to see its status.

2. Without logging into your Ria account: If you don’t have a Ria account, you can still use the Track a Transfer feature. You’ll still need the unique PIN, however. This enables both the sender and recipient to see the transfer status at any point.

Two things are worth noting.

1. If you reside in Australia, you must also provide your birth date and recipient’s country (Paraguay) to track the transfer.

2. As the sender, you’ll also receive emailed updates regarding the transfer’s status and any major changes.

There are several ways to send money to Paraguay safely and efficiently. Which method is the best for you is a personal decision — it all comes down to how fast you need the Paraguay money transfer to arrive, how you want your friends and family to receive it, and how you want to pay.

Bank transfers: You can use your bank to transfer money to a bank in Paraguay through an international wire transfer. With this method, there’s no cash involved — you simply instruct your bank to send money to your recipient’s bank account. 

To complete a wire transfer through your bank, you usually must provide your recipient’s name, address, contact information, and banking information. This includes their international bank account number (IBAN) and their bank’s SWIFT/BIC code. 

There are several drawbacks to using a bank transfer to send money to Paraguay. For one, both you and your recipient need to have bank accounts at institutions that allow international transfers. 

For another, they’re typically expensive. Some banks charge as much as $50 for the convenience of an international wire transfer to the sender. And a few charge a fee to the recipient as well. In addition, your bank may limit the amount of money you can send through this method.

Money transfer agents: Traditional money transfer agents allow customers to send money abroad using cash. These agents usually have offices you can visit to fund the transfer with cash. Your recipient can then visit the transfer agent’s office closest to them and receive the money as cash. 

Of course, one of the main drawbacks of using this method for sending money is that your recipient must live near a transfer agent’s office. Another is the fact that these agents sometimes have complicated pricing structures, and fees and exchange rates can vary widely.

Money orders: Sending an international money order is similar to sending a check through the mail. You can buy a pre-paid money order certificate from your local post office or bank and then send it directly to your recipient via international mail. They can then redeem the certificate for cash.

There are several big disadvantages to this money-sending method, mainly that it’s expensive and slow. 

Online money transfer services: Online money transfer services such as Ria make it easy to send money to Paraguay and more than 165 other countries around the globe. Ria charges no sneaky hidden fees, so your Paraguay remittance will go further. 

Ria also offers great exchange rates and allows you to send money through our convenient mobile app or any of the 500,000-plus participating locations. Ria offers a quick alternative to other money-sending methods. Many transfers arrive within minutes. Send money with Ria now. 

Signing up for an account with Ria is easy. The exact steps you’ll take vary depending on your location and whether you want to use the app or website.

Create a Ria account via the app in the US or Canada:

1. Download the Ria app and tap the “Register” button.

2. Confirm your current country. 

3. Enter your email address and choose a password.

4. Agree to Ria’s Terms and Conditions.

5. Enter your full name, date of birth and phone number, then tap “Continue.”

6. Choose to subscribe to receive promotions, discounts, and other special offers or tap “Not now” to opt out.

7. Enter your mailing address and tap “Continue.”

8. Select and answer three security questions to protect your account.

Create a Ria account via the app everywhere else:

1. Download the Ria app and tap the “Register” button.

2. Confirm your current country.

3. Enter your phone number and verify it by entering the 6-digit code we send you.

4. Choose a password.

5. Agree to Ria’s terms and conditions.

6. Enter your full name, email address, and date of birth (we may also ask for your country of birth, nationality, occupation, and ID information).

7. Tap the “Continue” button.

8. Choose to subscribe to receive promotions, discounts, and other special offers or tap “Not now” to opt out.

9. Enter your mailing address and tap the “Continue” button.

Create an account via the website:

1. Visit riamoneytransfer.com.

2. Click “Register” in the top right-hand corner of the screen.

3. Choose your country of residence.

4. Click “Get started.”

5. Enter your phone number and the security code we send to your phone.

6. Choose a password. 

7. Enter your first and last name, date of birth, and email address.

8. Select whether you’d like to receive marketing messages from Ria.

9. Enter your address.

The information you need to get started depends on your preferred transfer option. For instance, sending an international money order means knowing the recipient’s exact address, just as international bank transfers require the correct IBAN. 

If you use Ria to send money to Paraguay, you’re just a few quick steps away. Review this simple checklist to ensure you gather all the essential information:

• Full name of your recipient (exactly as it appears on their government-issued photo ID)

• Name of the city and department in which your recipient lives

• The amount of money you wish to send to Paraguay

• Payment information (i.e., bank account information, credit card number, etc.)

• Payout information (i.e., bank account information for a bank transfer, location for cash pickup, etc.)

In some cases, you may need to gather additional information, such as a mobile wallet number, street address, or phone number.

You can set up a Paraguay money transfer from the Ria app or website. Start by signing into your existing account or create a new one if you don’t have one. If you haven’t verified your phone number or set up your online profile yet, you can do that now.

Since this is your first money transfer to Paraguay, you’ll need to add a new recipient to your account — that is, the person who will receive money in Paraguay. Adding a recipient is easy. Just provide basic information about them, such as their name, current location, and phone number. If you want to transfer money to their bank, input their bank account details as well.

Once you’ve added a recipient to your account, you can decide how much money to send them — either in your currency or theirs. At this point, you can also select the payout method. Remember, each payout method comes with its own advantages and fees.

With that done, simply choose your payment method for the Paraguay remittance. You can add a new payment method to your account on the website or the app.

Once you’ve completed that first transfer, the process becomes even easier as your recipient’s basic information is saved to your account. Ria doesn’t store your recipient’s bank account information, however, so you will need to input that again.

Some money transfers go through within minutes of setting them up. However, you might have to wait a few hours or days before your transfer is complete.

That’s where tracking your transfer comes into play. You can use the Track a Transfer feature for status updates on your Paraguay remittance. You’ll just need the PIN, which you can find in your account or the confirmation email you received after scheduling the transfer. Your recipient can also use this tool.

A standard money transfer to Paraguay doesn’t take very long to complete, though it depends on the payment and payout methods. If you’ve chosen a debit or credit card transfer, your recipient should receive money in Paraguay within minutes. A bank transfer, on the other hand, can take several business days to complete.

Certain factors may delay your transfer. For example, if you set up the transfer outside local business hours or on a holiday or weekend, it might take a little longer. In some cases, Ria will also request additional information from you for security purposes, which could cause additional delays.

Senders and recipients can use Ria’s Track a Transfer feature for real-time transfer updates. All you need is the transfer’s PIN and order number.

Senders can also use the Ria app to track the transaction — just tap the “Track” option. In addition, senders will be notified by email when their recipient has picked up or received the money — or if there’s another major status change.

Receiving money in Paraguay is simple with Ria's digital and in-person payment methods. Just let the sender know whether you prefer payment via a digital option or cash pick-up. If the latter, check the opening hours and safety protocols for your nearest Ria location. Also, remember to bring a valid ID and the order number provided with your transfer.

• Receive a bank deposit: Ria has one of the largest bank deposit networks in the world, spanning over 3.6 billion accounts in over 190 countries and territories. Simply tell the sender your bank’s IBAN, account type, and number. If you’re unsure, contact your bank to get the correct information.

• Visit a Ria partner location: Across more than 500,000 cash pick locations in over 160 countries, there’s bound to be a Ria partner near you. Use our convenient Store Locator to find the closest spot to collect your money. Even today, cash pickup is Ria’s most popular payout method.

When you send money to Paraguay, how you fund your transfer depends on your country of residence and whether you use the Ria website or mobile app.

If you use the Ria website, you can send money via:

• Bank transfer (in the U.S.)

• Cash (in the U.S., Malaysia, or Singapore)

• Debit or credit card (in Australia, Canada, Spain, the U.K., or the U.S.)

If you use the Ria mobile app, you may be able to use one of these funding methods:

• Bank transfer (in the U.S.)

• Cash (in the U.S., Malaysia, or Singapore)

• Debit or credit card (in Australia, Canada, Europe, Malaysia, the U.K., or the U.S.)

• Klarna (in Austria, Germany, or Spain)

• Fintoc or Sencillito (in Chile)

• Bancontact (in Belgium)

• iDEAL (in the Netherlands)

• Giropay (in Germany)

• FPX (in Malaysia)

• PayID (in Australia)

For more information, see our full list of all payment methods.

Unfortunately, you can't use Zelle to send money to Paraguay.

That's because Zelle currently works only with bank accounts based in the U.S. There's no way to make a money transfer to an international account. Both the recipient and the sender must have U.S.-based checking or savings accounts — as well as U.S. phone numbers.

Instead, consider using an online money transfer service like Ria. Ria is quick, safe, and convenient. We offer great exchange rates, low fees (with no hidden charges), and a variety of payment and pickup options — all from our website or mobile app.

Ria serves customers in more than 165 countries — meaning sending money to or receiving money in Paraguay is a breeze. You don't even need to have a bank account to use Ria — unlike with Zelle. Send money now with Ria. 

Currently, you can't use Venmo to send money to Paraguay. That's because only U.S. residents can use the app to send or receive money transfers.

Venmo may not work with international accounts. But Ria serves more than 165 countries around the globe — including Paraguay. Ria makes sending money internationally simple, quick, and secure. Your recipient in Paraguay could get the money transfer in as little as 15 minutes if you use Ria. Plus, there are no additional fees.  You are fully aware of all costs and the amount of Paraguay currency your recipient will get before you even complete the transfer.

Send money now with Ria.

Visit any Ria location, use our website, or log into our mobile app to send money directly to your recipient’s bank account in Paraguay. All you need is:

1. The recipient’s full legal name (as it appears on their bank account)

2. The name of the recipient’s bank 

3. The recipient’s bank account number or IBAN (international bank account number)

Ria will take care of the rest!

Hands down, sending money via electronic transfer is the safest way to send money to Paraguay.

In the old days, it was common for people to send remittances by mailing cash. Not only does this method take a long time (they call it “snail mail” for a good reason), but it’s also just not safe. The mailed money could get stolen or lost at any point during its long journey.

Instead, using an online money transfer service like Ria ensures that your money gets exactly where you intend it to go. 

In addition, Ria’s team of world-class security experts works around the clock to monitor your money transfers and keep a watchful eye out for unusual behavior. Ria’s software allows the team to spot any suspicious activity long before any harm can be done to your account.

Plus, Ria never stores your payment details on its servers. So, your credit or debit card or bank account information will never be compromised in Ria’s system.

Your safety is Ria’s number one priority when sending money to Paraguay.

Transferring money across the globe doesn't have to be a stressful experience. Instead, discover the best way to send money to friends and family in Paraguay with Ria Money Transfer. Here's how it compares to a few of your options for sending money to friends based overseas.

• International bank transfer: While sending money from your bank account to a recipient’s bank account is simple enough, it can take several business days to reach its destination.

• International money order: Sending a money order in the mail overseas is a slow process. The fees can also be eye-watering, and you risk losing your payment in the international postage system.

• Third-party money transfer agent: You might benefit from a fast transfer using a money transfer agent, but the fees and exchange rates are often lackluster compared to other options.

• Ria: Send money to Paraguay with confidence via the Ria app, website, or your nearest partner location worldwide. With numerous payout options for your friends and family, it’s the ideal solution for both parties. 

Ready to send a money transfer with Ria? Complete these steps to get your money on the move to Paraguay.

1. Set up a free Ria account. You'll need to supply your full name, birth date, and contact information. (Depending on where you currently live, there may be additional information requirements.)

2. Click or tap the "Send" or "Send money" button.

3. Choose "Paraguay" from the drop-down list of countries.

4. Enter the amount you wish to send for your remittance to Paraguay. You'll see the exchange rate, as well as what fees Ria charges and exactly how much Paraguayan guarani your friend will receive.

5. Choose your payment options. Depending on where you live, you can use a linked bank account, debit or credit card, or other options. You may also use cash by visiting a participating location near you.

6. Choose how your recipient in Paraguay wants to receive the money. They can opt for in-person cash pickup or receive the money right in their checking or savings account.

7. Tap "Continue."

8. Add your recipient's full name (be sure it matches their government-issued photo ID), along with the name of the city and department in which they live.

9. Provide the necessary details for your delivery method (such as which cash pickup location they wish to use or their bank of choice).

10. Enter your payment information.

PayNearMe is also a great way to send a remittance to a friend in Paraguay using cash. Available at participating 7-Eleven stores, just follow the PayNearMe guide to get started. Then, supply the barcode from the Ria webpage to complete setting up your money transfer.

When using the Ria app, get the barcode by:

• Tapping the "Fund Transfer" button on the Fund Transfer page

• Choosing the transfer from the Activity Page and clicking "Pay"

You can also complete the transfer by printing the barcode from the Ria website and showing it to the 7-Eleven clerk. When sending a money transfer via the Ria app, you can present the barcode to the clerk directly in the app.

Once you've finalized the remittance, follow the transfer’s progress using the supplied personal identification number (PIN). Your friend in Paraguay can also track the transfer this way so they can plan the best time to collect the funds from their bank or a Ria partner store.