The National Directorate of Migrations of Paraguay has increased the fees for immigration procedures and fines for foreigners by 5%, in line with the decree that updated the country's legal minimum wage.
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The Central Bank of Paraguay has capped card fees at 3% for credit and 2% for debit, including QR Code payments, to reduce costs for merchants and address distortions caused by intermediaries.
The Chamber of Shopping Malls of Paraguay (CCCPy) reported a 7% increase in mall sales during the first four months of 2026, driven by supermarkets and food services, but warned of a slowdown in growth momentum due to a 25% drop in spending by Argentine visitors and the impact of dollar devaluation on exchange rates.
Data from the Bancard platform indicates a 24% increase in electronic payments in Paraguay between January and April 2026, with notable growth in debit (+32%) and a reduction in the average ticket, reflecting greater use of own funds and atomization of consumption.
QR code payments already account for 68.1% of electronic transactions in Paraguay, with 20.2 million operations in April 2026, up 61% from 2025. The technology boosts financial inclusion for micro and small businesses.