Information about travel and migration

Travel

Contract conclusion and legal basis
The contract is concluded with Adventure-Worldwide, Claudia Schwarz, Encarnación, Paraguay. By booking, the customer confirms that they are authorized to conclude the contract and that the booking is made bindingly for themselves and, if applicable, for other participants. The law of the Republic of Paraguay applies; the place of jurisdiction is Encarnación.

Scope of services
The services described in the respective offer or travel program are binding. Adventure-Worldwide provides the services to the best of its knowledge and in cooperation with local authorities, translators, and service providers. Not included in the basic travel price are:

• personal expenses, meals, and tips,
• optional excursions or additional services.

Room occupancy:
Please understand: single and double rooms are available. A half double room cannot be booked. Upon request, however, we will gladly arrange, if possible, another person to share the room.

Insurances
Each participant is advised to have valid travel health insurance for the duration of the trip. In addition, a travel cancellation insurance (including coverage in case of non-participation due to health or family reasons) is strongly recommended. Participation without adequate insurance coverage is at your own risk.

Transfers and rides
During the trip, rides by car or minibus will take place. Adventure-Worldwide ensures safe, roadworthy vehicles and careful drivers. Nevertheless, participation in all rides is at your own responsibility. Adventure- Worldwide assumes no liability for accidents or damages caused by third parties or by force majeure.

Changes and cancellations

Adventure-Worldwide is entitled to make program changes if required due to unforeseeable circumstances (e.g., weather, official closures, strikes, illness, traffic conditions). Replacement services will be provided, if possible, of equivalent value. In such cases, there is no entitlement to price reduction or compensation.

Cancellation by the customer
Cancellations must be made in writing (by e-mail). The following cancellation fees apply:
Period before the start of the trip Cancellation fee
up to 90 days 30 % of the total amoung
89 to 50 days 70 % of the total amount
from 49 days 100 % of the total amount

The recommendation to take out travel cancellation insurance is expressly made to avoid financial losses in the event of cancellation.

Cancellation or termination by Adventure-Worldwide

Adventure-Worldwide may terminate the contract for good cause, in particular:

• in case of force majeure or official travel restrictions,
• if the minimum number of participants is not reached,
• in case of personal illness of the travel companion or unforeseeable logistical problems.

In such cases, already paid amounts will be fully refunded. Further claims (e.g., reimbursement of flight costs or lost vacation days) are excluded.

Excursions and third-party services
Excursions, activities, or tours booked or paid independently of Adventure-Worldwide with third parties during the stay are not part of the services guaranteed by us. Adventure-Worldwide assumes no liability for personal or property damage occurring during such third-party services, even if we assisted with the booking or facilitated participation. Any claims must be made exclusively against the respective third-party provider.

Payment
Payment is made in a single installment in advance via the online shop by invoice. The booking is considered bindingly confirmed upon receipt of payment. In case of non-payment, Adventure-Worldwide reserves the right to refuse participation.

Complaints
Complaints or problems must be reported immediately on-site during the trip so that corrective action can be taken. Subsequent complaints cannot be considered.

Force majeure
In case of unforeseeable events such as natural disasters, epidemics, political unrest, or official orders, Adventure-Worldwide may adjust, postpone, or cancel the contract. In these cases, there is no entitlement to damages or compensation.

Liability and compensation
Adventure-Worldwide is liable within the scope of statutory provisions, but not for:

• force majeure, political events, natural disasters, or pandemics,
• delays or failures by authorities, airlines, or third parties,
• health or personal risks of the participant,
• loss of luggage or personal belongings.

If a service agreed with Adventure-Worldwide is not provided or is only partially provided due to our own fault, an appropriate refund or equivalent replacement service will be offered after consultation. Further claims for damages do not exist unless gross negligence or intent is present.

Migration

Application for the two-year residence permit (Residencia Temporal)

It is possible to apply for a two-year residence permit (Residencia Temporal) during your stay in Paraguay. The application is carried out exclusively on-site and is accompanied and supported by an immigration assistant. Payment is made in cash at the time of application; the price is available upon request. Please inform us directly after booking the trip if you are interested so that we can optimally assist with the preparation of the required documents and coordinate with the immigration assistant for submission.

The application for the two-year residence permit is an additional service, which Adventure-Worldwide does not perform independently but only facilitates.

Required documents:

• Birth certificate (with apostille)
• Police clearance certificate (with apostille, not older than 6 months and with no entries)
• Marriage and/or divorce certificate (if applicable, with apostille)

All documents must be submitted in the original and fully apostilled.

Extension and conversion:

The residence permit is initially valid for two years. After the two years, an extension is required to subsequently convert it into a 10-year permanent residence permit (Residencia Permanente). The extension application is also only possible on-site.

Important notes:

The temporary residence permit in Paraguay (Residencia Temporal) is generally valid for up to two years. To maintain this status, it is now required to enter Paraguay at least once per year. This regulation serves to document continuous residence and connection to the country.

Failure to make this entry within the year may affect the status of the residence permit. It is recommended to regularly check with the responsible Paraguayan migration authority (Dirección General de Migraciones) or the assisted immigration helper regarding the legal requirements to ensure all conditions for obtaining the residence permit are met. Changes in legal regulations may occur at any time.

All advisory services are provided to the best of our knowledge but cannot guarantee legal approval of the residence permit or the processing time.

Participant requirements and obligations:

It should be noted that after the first trip to apply for the two-year residence permit, two additional trips or stays in Paraguay are required until the 10-year permanent residence permit (Residencia Permanente) and the Cédula are issued. For persons who are not willing to complete these further steps, the initial application makes no sense.

It should be noted that after the first trip to apply for the two-year residence permit, two additional trips or stays are required before the 10-year permanent residence permit and the Cédula can be issued. For participants who are not willing to complete these further steps, the initial application does not make much sense.

Application for the Paraguayan Cédula de Identidad (Identity Card)

The application for the Cédula de Identidad is only possible after obtaining the two-year residence permit (Residencia Temporal). It is processed at the Departamento de Identificaciones of the National Police.

Importance of the Cédula:

The Cédula serves as an official proof of identity and is required for: opening bank accounts, rental contracts, official procedures, health insurance, and international identity verification (e.g., at banks or crypto exchanges).

Validity:

The Cédula is issued for the duration of the residence permit (Residencia Temporal), up to a maximum of two years, and can subsequently be extended depending on the issuance of the permanent residence permit.

Important notes:

Adventure-Worldwide facilitates and accompanies the process in cooperation with a local immigration assistant on site. The application itself is carried out exclusively by the authorized immigration assistant, who submits and coordinates the procedure with the relevant authorities. Payment is made in the local currency (Guaraní). Adventure Worldwide does not act as a contractual partner regarding the official application or its outcome. We provide organizational support during the process as part of the trip and offer advisory guidance. The advice is given to the best of our knowledge and belief, but without any guarantee or warranty for the issuance of the Cédula, the timeline, or decisions of the Paraguayan authorities.

Disclaimer:

Adventure-Worldwide assumes no liability for delays, rejections, changes in procedure, additional official requirements, or other circumstances beyond our control. The current regulations of the Paraguayan authorities are always decisive.

Information about VAT and Invoicing:

Adventure-Worldwide is a company based in Paraguay (PY). Therefore, all services are generally subject to Paraguayan tax regulations. Depending on the client’s location and status (private or business, inside or outside the EU), different invoicing and VAT rules apply.

1. Clients based in Paraguay

For clients with a business or residential address in Paraguay, invoicing is subject to Paraguayan VAT (IVA) in accordance with national regulations.

2. Clients based in the European Union (B2B)

For business clients within the European Union who have a valid VAT identification number (VAT ID), invoicing is carried out without VAT under the reverse charge procedure. In this case, the tax liability shifts to the recipient of the service, who must declare and pay the VAT in their respective EU country.

3. Private clients within the European Union (B2C)

For private clients in the EU, the following rules apply:

• Up to an annual total turnover of €10,000 (net) to EU private clients, invoices are issued without VAT (place of service: Paraguay).
• Once this threshold is exceeded, Adventure-Worldwide must apply and show the VAT rate of the respective EU country on the invoice.

This regulation is based on the EU Distance Selling Directive (OSS scheme), which applies to digital and cross-border services.

4. Clients outside the EU and outside Paraguay (third countries)

For clients whose residence or company is located neither in Paraguay nor in the EU, invoices are issued without VAT, as the service is considered an export service.

For all legal information, please refer explicitly to our General Terms and Conditions