🚢 Ro/Ro & Container Shipping Options

📅 Weekly Sailings from major U.S. ports via Buenos Aires & Montevideo with inland delivery to Asunción

🛡️ Fully Licensed, Bonded & Insured for secure transport

🧾 Complete Customs Documentation Assistance

📍 Real-Time Shipment Tracking for peace of mind

🚚 Door-to-Port Pickup available across the USA

💰 Affordable Rates with transparent pricing and no hidden fees

Whether you’re shipping to Paraguay for the first time or you’re a frequent exporter, our team ensures a smooth, reliable, and stress-free experience every step of the way.

Royal Shipping Lines is:

✅ FMC Licensed & Bonded
✅ A U.S.-based company
✅ Experienced with Copart, IAAI, Adesa & Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (RB Auctions)
✅ Compliant with Paraguayan Customs regulations

Let our team guide you through every step — from pickup anywhere in the USA to customs clearance and final delivery in Asunción via the Ports of Buenos Aires or Montevideo.

Whether you’re moving abroad permanently, studying, or relocating for work, Royal Shipping Lines provides secure and affordable shipping services for personal effects and household goods from the USA to Paraguay. With regular sailings via Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Montevideo (Uruguay) and inland delivery to Asunción, we make international moving simple, efficient, and stress-free.

📦 Household Goods & Personal Effects Shipping
We handle a wide variety of items essential for your move, including:

• Furniture (beds, sofas, tables, cabinets)

• Appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves)

• Electronics (TVs, computers, sound systems)

• Kitchenware & everyday household essentials

• Clothing, books, and personal belongings

• Packed boxes or full household shipments

🚛 Relocation Services & Options
Our team ensures your belongings arrive safely and on time with flexible shipping methods:

• FCL (Full Container Load): A private 20ft or 40ft container for entire household moves

• LCL (Less-than-Container Load): Shared containers for smaller shipments or partial moves

• Door-to-Port Service: Pickup anywhere in the USA with delivery to Asunción via regional ports

• Customs Clearance Support: Guidance on required documentation and smooth processing with Paraguayan Customs

At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in shipping all types of vehicles from the USA to Paraguay. Shipments arrive through Buenos Aires (Argentina) or Montevideo (Uruguay) and are then transported inland by barge or truck to Asunción. We ensure safe, reliable, and cost-efficient transport for every shipment, fully compliant with Paraguayan customs regulations.

🚗 Passenger Cars
🚙 SUVs and Crossovers
🚐 Pickup Trucks and Vans
🏍️ Motorcycles and Scooters
🚛 Commercial Trucks and Fleets
🚐 Motorhomes & RVs
🏌️ Golf Carts – ideal for resorts, hotels, and private communities
🏎️ Luxury, Classic & Collector Vehicles

Paraguay’s growing economy and strong agricultural sector create a high demand for reliable imports of construction and farming machinery. At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in transporting heavy-duty equipment from the USA to Paraguay. Shipments arrive through Buenos Aires (Argentina) or Montevideo (Uruguay) and are then delivered inland by barge or truck to Asunción with secure, efficient, and fully compliant logistics solutions.

🚜 Agricultural Machinery Shipping
We handle all types of farm equipment imports, including:

• Tractors

• Harvesters & Combines

• Planters & Seeders

• Sprayers & Cultivators

• Other essential farm machinery for Paraguay’s expanding agricultural industry

🏗 Construction & Industrial Equipment Shipping
Our team also manages the transport of large-scale machinery for construction and industrial use, such as:

• Excavators, Bulldozers & Loaders

• Cranes & Graders

• Forklifts & Heavy Trucks

• Mining & Earthmoving Equipment

At Royal Shipping Lines, we provide international shipping services to Paraguay through nearby regional seaports, ensuring smooth customs clearance, secure storage, and efficient inland delivery of vehicles, containers, and machinery to Asunción and other destinations across the country.

📍 Port of Buenos Aires (Argentina) – Major hub for containers, Ro/Ro, and general cargo; a key gateway for shipments bound for Paraguay.
📍 Port of Zárate (Argentina) – Primary terminal for vehicle imports and containerized cargo with direct connections to inland transport.
📍 Port of Montevideo (Uruguay) – Modern deep-water port handling vehicles, containers, and bulk cargo with efficient barge and truck routes to Paraguay.
📍 Asunción Port Terminals (Paraguay) – Final inland delivery point via the Paraguay River or overland transport for distribution nationwide.

🏢 Bonded Warehouses & Inland Logistics
📍 Buenos Aires / Zárate Zone – Bonded storage, customs clearance, and staging area for shipments in transit to Paraguay.
📍 Asunción, Paraguay – Bonded facilities and customs processing for vehicles, machinery, and household goods, enabling smooth clearance and local delivery.

🛳️ East Coast USA (New York, Baltimore, Newark, Savannah → Buenos Aires / Montevideo → Asunción): 25–30 days 🚀 Fastest Route
🛳️ Gulf Coast USA (Houston, Galveston, New Orleans → Buenos Aires / Montevideo → Asunción): 27–33 days
🛳️ West Coast USA (Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle → Buenos Aires / Montevideo → Asunción): 35–40 days

⚠️ Transit times are approximate and may vary depending on the shipping line, route, seasonal conditions, inland barge/truck availability, and whether you select RoRo, Lo/Lo, or container shipping.

👉 Fastest Route: Shipping from the U.S. East Coast via Buenos Aires or Montevideo with direct inland delivery to Asunción typically provides the shortest transit time (25–30 days), making it the best choice for time-sensitive shipments.

🚗 Ro/Ro (Roll-On/Roll-Off)
Your vehicle or equipment is driven directly onto the vessel and secured inside a protected cargo deck. This option is ideal for operable cars, SUVs, trucks, buses, motorhomes, and heavy machinery. Shipments arrive at Buenos Aires (Argentina) or Montevideo (Uruguay) and are then transported inland to Asunción by barge or truck. A cost-effective and reliable method for standard vehicle shipping.

📦 Container Shipping
Best for non-running vehicles, high-value cars, motorcycles, RVs, boats on trailers, or multiple units. Available in 20ft and 40ft containers, with shared container (LCL) options to help reduce costs. Provides maximum protection and security during transit, with final delivery to Paraguay after arrival at regional ports.

⚙️ Agricultural & Construction Machinery
Paraguay’s agricultural and construction industries rely heavily on imported machinery. We provide Ro/Ro, container, and flat rack shipping solutions designed for oversized and non-standard cargo, ensuring safe loading, secure stowage, and smooth inland delivery to Asunción or your final destination.

To ensure smooth customs clearance when shipping personal effects or household goods from the USA to Paraguay, you will typically need the following documents:

• Valid Passport – copy of the consignee’s identification page

• Bill of Lading (BOL) – issued by the carrier with shipment details

• Packing List / Inventory – detailed list of all items included in the shipment

• Commercial Invoice or Valuation – if required for customs purposes

• Proof of Residence in Paraguay – such as a lease agreement, work permit, or residency card (for those relocating)

• Import Permit or Authorization – for restricted or regulated items

⚠️ Important: Paraguayan Customs may request additional documentation depending on the nature of the shipment. Our team at Royal Shipping Lines will assist you throughout the process to ensure compliance and avoid delays.

✅ Original Vehicle Title (clear of liens)
✅ Bill of Sale or Purchase Invoice
✅ Valid Passport or Driver’s License
✅ Consignee’s Paraguayan Tax ID (RUC)

When shipping heavy machinery or industrial equipment from the USA to Paraguay, the following documents are typically required for smooth customs clearance:

• Commercial Invoice – with full description and value of the equipment

• Packing List – detailed breakdown of machinery, parts, and accessories

• Bill of Lading (BOL) – issued by the carrier with shipment details

• Certificate of Origin – confirming where the machinery was manufactured

• Import Permit or Authorization – if required for specific machinery types

• Valid Passport or Company Registration Documents – for the consignee in Paraguay

⚠️ Important Requirements for Equipment:

• Machinery and equipment with tracks must be thoroughly cleaned prior to delivery to prevent soil contamination and avoid customs delays.

• All equipment must be fully operable, with no major issues or leaks, to be accepted for shipping.

• Paraguayan Customs may request additional paperwork depending on the equipment type, condition (new or used), and intended use.

Our experts at Royal Shipping Lines will guide you through every step to ensure compliance and avoid delays or extra charges.

When importing vehicles from the USA to Paraguay, it’s important to comply with Paraguayan customs and import regulations. Certain restrictions apply to protect consumers, the environment, and road safety.

❌ Prohibited or Restricted Vehicle Imports:

• Right-Hand Drive Vehicles – Only left-hand drive vehicles are permitted in Paraguay.

• Very Old Vehicles – While Paraguay is more flexible than some neighboring countries, vehicles over a certain age (typically 10 years.

• Damaged or Salvage Vehicles – Heavily damaged, non-repairable, or flood/fire salvage cars are not allowed for import.

• Stolen or Unclear Title Vehicles – Vehicles without a clear and original U.S. title cannot be imported.

• Vehicles with Odometer Tampering – Any evidence of mileage fraud can result in customs seizure.

⚠️ Important Considerations:

• Emissions Standards – Vehicles must meet Paraguay’s environmental and emissions regulations before registration.

• Customs Duties & Taxes – Import duties, VAT, and customs fees apply; exact rates depend on vehicle type, age, and engine size.

• Special Vehicles – Imports of buses, trucks, construction, and agricultural vehicles may require additional permits.

✅ At Royal Shipping Lines, we guide you through the documentation and compliance process, ensuring your vehicle shipment meets all Paraguayan requirements.

Last Updated: March 5, 2024

Paraguay’s Customs Authority enforces strict regulations on the importation of certain goods. Importers must comply with these rules to avoid fines, seizures, or delays.

❌ Prohibited Imports:

• Firearms, ammunition, and explosives (without proper government authorization)

• Medications and pharmaceuticals not approved by Paraguayan health authorities

• Toys or replicas resembling real weapons

• Protected species, endangered wildlife, and products made from them

• Used motor vehicles over 10 years old

• Soaps and detergents containing sodium tripolyphosphate

⚠️ Restricted Imports (require permits or special authorization):

• Chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides

• Medical equipment and controlled substances

• Communication devices and certain electronics

• Agricultural products subject to sanitary inspection

✅ At Royal Shipping Lines, we help clients navigate Paraguayan import restrictions, ensuring that all cargo complies with customs regulations and avoids costly delays.