Taxi & Transport Scams in Asunción, Paraguay
Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. Below are the taxi & transport scams reported in Asunción — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Valparaíso, Mendoza, and Salvador.
Last updated: April 4, 2026
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Taxi & Transport Scams
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Total in Asunción
How it works
Unlicensed taxi drivers at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport aggressively approach arriving passengers and charge inflated flat rates, often three to five times the legitimate fare into central Asunción. Drivers may claim meters are broken or that official taxis are unavailable. Some will quote a price in USD to obscure the real value.
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8 total warnings across all categories