How does the dollar rise affect the real's value in Paraguay?

With the dollar at R$ 5.21, the real became 2.4% cheaper in guaranis, decreasing purchasing power when exchanging currency.

What is the current real-to-guarani exchange rate?

R$ 1 = 1.132 guaranis, according to the data from 09/29/2026.

Should I bring more cash or use a card?

Bringing a bit more cash or using a card can offset the depreciation, but check the applied exchange rate.

Real loses value in Paraguay: impact on border shopping

The dollar at R$ 5.21, one of the highest in the series, made the real fall 2.4% in Paraguay, reducing its purchasing power in guaranis.

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Between August 29 and September 29, 2026, the real lost 2.4% of its value against the guarani (R$ 1 = 1.132 guaranis), while the dollar rose 0.3% and was quoted at R$ 5.21 – one of the highest levels in the last 135 days recorded by Marco Três. This depreciation means that when you exchange reais for guaranis, you will receive fewer local currency units for the same amount in reais, directly affecting the cost of purchases in Ciudad del Este.

What this means for you:

If you usually bring R$ 200 for shopping, today you will receive about 226 guaranis less than a month ago, reducing your purchasing power.
Use the official dollar rate (R$ 5.21) to calculate the amount in guaranis before buying and compare it with the guarani rate (R$ 1 = 1.132 guaranis).
Consider bringing a bit more cash or using a credit/debit card that offers a more favorable exchange, but always check the applied rate.

Source: Marco Três – exchange and purchasing power data for the real in Paraguay (2026-08-29 to 2026-09-29).

How does the dollar rise affect the real's value in Paraguay?: With the dollar at R$ 5.21, the real became 2.4% cheaper in guaranis, decreasing purchasing power when exchanging currency.
What is the current real-to-guarani exchange rate?: R$ 1 = 1.132 guaranis, according to the data from 09/29/2026.
Should I bring more cash or use a card?: Bringing a bit more cash or using a card can offset the depreciation, but check the applied exchange rate.

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