Religion in Paraguay

Christianity is the predominant religion in Paraguay, with Catholicism being its largest denomination. Before the arrival of Spanish missionaries, the people residing in the territory of modern day Paraguay practiced a variety of religions.

Religion in Paraguay (2018 estimate)

  Catholicism (88.3%)
  Protestantism (6.8%)
  Other Christian (0.9%)
  No religion (2.6%)
  Unanswered (0.8%)
  Other (0.6%)

Paraguay is often classified as the most religious country in South America. The country is secular and freedom of religion is guaranteed by its constitution.

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