&ensp; What are the options for medical repatriation?

Once a patient is medically fit to travel , SkyCare offers a range of repatriation services to ensure a safe and clinically managed journey to or from the UK. Services can be arranged individually or combined to suit each patient’s specific needs. We provide: Private air ambulance repatriation for critical, non-critical, paediatric , and neonatal patients — with three levels of care tailored to individual requirements. Commercial flight repatriation with a medical escort, or stretcher service where appropriate and airline-approved. Whatever your situation, SkyCare will match the safest transport option to the patient’s needs — quickly, discreetly, and with full medical oversight.

&ensp; How much does medical repatriation cost from Paraguay?

The cost of medical repatriation depends on several key factors: The patient’s condition and the level of medical staff required to ensure safe care. The distance between the pick-up location and the destination. Whether transport is by air ambulance . If flying, whether the transfer is by private aircraft or on a commercial flight with a medical escort . The distance to and from the airport (for air transfers). Any specialist equipment or interventions required during the journey. Our team ensures every repatriation is managed safely and cost-effectively — without ever compromising on patient care. For an accurate estimate, contact us or complete a Quick Quotation Request and we’ll respond promptly.

How does the medical repatriation process work?

The Medical Repatriation Process It starts with your initial call or message — our team will offer guidance, answer questions, and explain your options. We’ll review the patient’s condition, care needs, and travel requirements, then advise on the safest and most appropriate transport options. You complete our Quotation Request Form . Once all details are received, we’ll provide a clear, fixed-price quote (commercial clients may submit referrals via email). When the quote is accepted, planning begins immediately — our operations team coordinates every detail from departure to arrival. We liaise with the patient’s doctors to assess medical readiness and tailor the transport plan to their clinical needs. All travel logistics are arranged — including ambulances, equipment, aircrew, and escorts — for a smooth, safe transfer. A flight plan is filed, the aircraft and crew are prepared, and final safety checks are completed. Before departure, our medical team conducts a final Fit to Fly assessment to confirm the patient remains stable and cleared for transport. Throughout the journey, our team monitors progress in real time — keeping families, receiving hospitals, and road crews updated at every stage. After arrival, we follow up with the patient, family, and staff involved — ensuring a complete handover and feedback for continuous improvement.

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Q: &ensp; Can you repatriate neonatal or paediatric patients — including premature babies and children?

Yes — repatriation of neonates , premature babies , and children is one of SkyCare’s core specialities. We’re among the few providers globally equipped to transport twins together , and we offer dedicated clinical support for even the most delicate cases. Our UK-based paediatric team will advise on the safest time to travel and the most appropriate method — whether that’s a private ICU-equipped air ambulance , or a medically escorted commercial flight for babies and children who meet airline medical criteria. From neonatal incubators and paediatric ventilators to specially trained flight nurses, we manage everything with precision, care, and full parental support

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Urgent Medevac & Medical Repatriation Services from Paraguay

SkyCare provides urgent medical evacuation from Paraguay to the UK, including private air ambulance, commercial medical escort, and stretcher flight options. Our 24/7 service supports families, insurers, embassies, and hospitals across Paraguay — from Asunción to Ciudad del Este, Encarnación, Pedro Juan Caballero, and remote Chaco and border regions.

Whether the patient is in Coronel Oviedo, Concepción, Filadelfia, or a medical facility in the Alto Paraguay interior, we can help. Our experienced UK‑based repatriation team is available day and night to assist with safe, fast medical transport to the UK — often within 24 hours, subject to medical clearance, diplomatic access, and flight availability.

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With bilingual coordination and UK‑based clinical oversight, we manage everything — from intensive care air ambulance flights and emergency medevac missions to bed‑to‑bed medical escort services for stable patients. All documentation, diplomatic clearances, and handovers are handled by our team.

We work directly with public and private hospitals, embassies, NGOs, and regional clinics across Paraguay to arrange safe patient collection and transfer. All medical repatriation from Paraguay to the UK is tailored to the patient’s condition, location, and urgency.

Costs vary depending on the medical needs and transport method. See pricing and read our Paraguay repatriation FAQ.

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FAQs – Medical Flights Between Paraguay and the UK

To begin, simply use our secure online quotation form or contact our team directly. Our UK-based medical specialists will assess your situation and create a tailored repatriation plan. This includes guidance on travel documents, visa needs, available flight options, and coordination with your chosen UK hospital or care provider.

Once you approve the quotation, we take care of everything — from arranging ground transport in Paraguay and securing international clearances to providing continuous clinical care during the journey. Our priority is to lift the stress off your shoulders, so you can focus on supporting your loved one.

Once a patient is medically fit to travel, SkyCare offers a range of repatriation services to ensure a safe and clinically managed journey to or from the UK. Services can be arranged individually or combined to suit each patient’s specific needs.

We provide:

Private air ambulance repatriation for critical, non-critical, paediatric, and neonatal patients — with three levels of care tailored to individual requirements.
Commercial flight repatriation with a medical escort, or stretcher service where appropriate and airline-approved.

Whatever your situation, SkyCare will match the safest transport option to the patient’s needs — quickly, discreetly, and with full medical oversight.

The cost of medical repatriation depends on several key factors:

The patient’s condition and the level of medical staff required to ensure safe care.
The distance between the pick-up location and the destination.
Whether transport is by air ambulance.
If flying, whether the transfer is by private aircraft or on a commercial flight with a medical escort.
The distance to and from the airport (for air transfers).
Any specialist equipment or interventions required during the journey.

Our team ensures every repatriation is managed safely and cost-effectively — without ever compromising on patient care. For an accurate estimate, contact us or complete a Quick Quotation Request and we’ll respond promptly.

The Medical Repatriation Process

It starts with your initial call or message — our team will offer guidance, answer questions, and explain your options.
We’ll review the patient’s condition, care needs, and travel requirements, then advise on the safest and most appropriate transport options.
You complete our Quotation Request Form. Once all details are received, we’ll provide a clear, fixed-price quote (commercial clients may submit referrals via email).
When the quote is accepted, planning begins immediately — our operations team coordinates every detail from departure to arrival.
We liaise with the patient’s doctors to assess medical readiness and tailor the transport plan to their clinical needs.
All travel logistics are arranged — including ambulances, equipment, aircrew, and escorts — for a smooth, safe transfer.
A flight plan is filed, the aircraft and crew are prepared, and final safety checks are completed.
Before departure, our medical team conducts a final Fit to Fly assessment to confirm the patient remains stable and cleared for transport.
Throughout the journey, our team monitors progress in real time — keeping families, receiving hospitals, and road crews updated at every stage.
After arrival, we follow up with the patient, family, and staff involved — ensuring a complete handover and feedback for continuous improvement.

SkyCare can often arrange air ambulance flights between Paraguay and the UK within 24 hours, depending on the patient’s medical stability, diplomatic clearances, airport slot availability, and weather conditions. We regularly operate from key international airports including Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) and Guaraní International Airport (AGT) — and can also access regional airstrips serving interior clinics, indigenous communities in the Chaco, and remote towns such as Mariscal Estigarribia and Filadelfia, subject to airspace and security conditions.

We support patients across Paraguay and the wider South American region. Every case is individually assessed by our UK‑based clinical team to ensure a safe, timely departure with the appropriate level of medical care and oversight.

If your loved one is hospitalised abroad without nearby family support, bringing them home once they are medically stable is often the best option. This is especially important after accidents, illness, or trauma, when recovery and care are better managed closer to home.

Once the patient has completed treatment and is considered stable, repatriation can usually proceed. To understand what makes someone fit to fly, see our quick guide.

If the patient is insured, families should contact the insurer first. However, many choose to self-fund medical repatriation to avoid delays. In these cases, SkyCare can often arrange a dedicated air ambulance within 24 hours.

Commercial medical escort and stretcher flights are also available but may take longer to arrange due to airline logistics and medical clearance.

The cost of a commercial stretcher flight between Paraguay and the UK varies significantly and is influenced by several factors — including departure location, airline seat availability, and the airline’s medical clearance process. Not all commercial carriers offer stretcher arrangements from Paraguay, and those that do typically operate from major airports such as Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) or Guaraní International Airport (AGT), with connections via international hubs depending on medical approval and route structure.

Commercial stretcher pricing depends on the number of flight legs, airline fees for blocking seats for the stretcher setup, and the complexity of the medical clearance required. While there are no fixed published tariffs for stretcher flights, these services can offer a cost‑effective alternative to a private air ambulance — often significantly lower than full air ambulance pricing, which increases with distance and ICU support needs.

Medical clearance is mandatory and must be granted by the airline’s medical department — even if the patient already has a local doctor’s fit‑to‑fly certificate. Read our fit‑to‑fly guide for more detail.

Because airline fares and clearance costs fluctuate daily, prices may increase during the time it takes to secure medical approval. For an accurate estimate and explanation of how factors influence pricing, see our article: Medical Escort Pricing Explained. To receive a personalised stretcher flight quote, contact our team or request a quote online.

Citizens of many South American countries now require either a Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) or a visa to enter the UK for medical treatment. The process is generally straightforward, and SkyCare can guide you through each step.

You will need a valid passport and the appropriate travel authorisation before departure. The ETA currently costs £16 and can be applied for online. Always check the latest official guidance to confirm entry requirements for your nationality.

Yes — repatriation of neonates, premature babies, and children is one of SkyCare’s core specialities. We’re among the few providers globally equipped to transport twins together, and we offer dedicated clinical support for even the most delicate cases.

Our UK-based paediatric team will advise on the safest time to travel and the most appropriate method — whether that’s a private ICU-equipped air ambulance, or a medically escorted commercial flight for babies and children who meet airline medical criteria.

From neonatal incubators and paediatric ventilators to specially trained flight nurses, we manage everything with precision, care, and full parental support

Need Immediate Air Ambulance or Medical Repatriation To or From Paraguay?

SkyCare provides private air ambulance, commercial medical escort, and stretcher flight services between Paraguay and the UK, available 24/7. Whether you’re supporting a loved one or managing a case from Encarnación, Pedro Juan Caballero, Concepción, or other Paraguayan hubs — or urgently need expert guidance — our UK‑based medical coordination team is here to help.

We also support patients in less accessible locations across Paraguay, including remote clinics in the Boquerón region, rural hospitals in San Pedro and Canindeyú, and interior communities from the Gran Chaco to the eastern forest frontier.

We offer complete bed‑to‑bed medical evacuation between Paraguay and the UK — from ICU‑equipped air ambulance flights for critical cases to cost‑effective stretcher or escorted commercial flights for stable patients.

Call us now on +44 (0)203 150 3999 or request a confidential online quote. We respond within minutes — and manage every detail with clarity, compassion, and clinical precision.

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