Paraguay expands use of the Integration Bridge for border residents

A new operational phase at the Paraguay–Brazil Integration Bridge officially began on Monday, September 14, 2026, introducing a specialized border-resident transit regime for private vehicles. As reported by Diario Vanguardia, the updated framework permits everyday local crossings for registered inhabitants of Ciudad del Este, Presidente Franco, and Hernandarias in Paraguay, alongside residents of Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil.

Under the updated guidelines, eligible motorists can utilize the span during a dedicated morning window from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. daily. Additional coverage from Última Hora emphasizes that all vehicle occupants must strictly carry the mandatory Documento de Tránsito Vecinal Fronterizo (DTVF) to qualify, keeping the transit corridor focused exclusively on local bilateral movement rather than general international tourism.

Complementing the private vehicle rollout, authorities have simultaneously expanded operating schedules for heavy transport, allowing empty large trucks to utilize the bridge during overnight hours from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. As highlighted in regional updates from ABC Color, these gradual adjustments aim to efficiently distribute regional traffic and alleviate congestion at the heavily burdened Friendship Bridge while final access infrastructure continues moving toward completion.