Is it okay to use ATMs late in the evening in Paraguay or should I stick to daytime withdrawals only? I am a single woman travelling so want to be safe.
I stayed in a guesthouse near the riverfront and withdrew money once at night. Nothing happened, but the ATM was dimly lit, and it made me uneasy. Is it safe to withdraw money in Paraguay at night? It depends - major cities are manageable, but rural areas have fewer security features.
While backpacking through Ciudad del Este, I used a Sudameris ATM around 9 PM. The machine worked, but a local warned me later about occasional card cloning. Using foreign cards at night in Paraguay works, but stick to ATMs at large banks - avoid the ones near street markets or border zones.
In Encarnación, I tried using a Banco Itaú ATM after dinner. The machine worked fine, but the street was empty. Paraguay isn’t particularly high-crime, but after dark, streets can feel deserted. Cash withdrawal tips for travelers in Paraguay: do it during the day if possible, especially in smaller towns.
I used a Visión Banco ATM in downtown Asunción around 10 PM. The area was still active, and I didn’t feel unsafe. That said, ATM safety at night in Paraguay can vary by neighborhood. Stick to areas near hotels or shopping centers, and avoid empty plazas or kiosks with no cameras.