Paraguay Residency Guide
Keep your freedom, protect your income, and secure a legal home base.
Paraguay’s residency program is one of the easiest in the world. No endless rules. No massive investments. Just a clear path to security and opportunity.
✅ 0% Taxes on Foreign Income — keep what you earn worldwide
✅ No Minimum Stay — maintain your status with just short visits
✅ Fast Processing — residency completed in days, not months
✅ Path to Citizenship — apply for a second passport in just 3 years
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Price for Paraguay Residency
At Paraguay Residency Team we offer easy to understand pricing models to fit your needs
Lowest price
Residency Essentials
The easiest and most affordable way to secure legal residency — no income proof, no hidden fees
$1995$1495USD
(Discounted prices in January 2026)
Most Popular
Residency Complete
Ideal for those who want full residency support with help obtaining their Cédula and registering their RUC for tax purposes.
$2495$1995USD
(Discounted prices in January 2026)
Permanent residency right away
Residency Investor
Ideal for qualified entrepreneurs and investors seeking permanent residency and full business setup support in Paraguay.
$4495$3495USD
(Discounted prices in January 2026)
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How to Get Your Paraguay Residency — Step by Step
Follow these four simple stages to secure your legal residency in Paraguay. Our team handles the paperwork, translations, and local coordination so you can focus on your move.
Submit Application With Us
Start by contacting us and letting our team handle the residency application from the very beginning.
Prepare Your Documents
We’ll provide a clear checklist — passport, birth certificate, and police record — and guide you through legalization/apostille.
Travel to Paraguay
Arrive in Paraguay, open your local bank account, and complete the filing with our full support at Migraciones.
Get Your Residency Card
Once approved, you’ll receive your residency card, granting you the right to live, work, and stay in Paraguay, with the option to upgrade to permanent residency or citizenship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
General & Lifestyle
No. You do not need to live in Paraguay full-time. You should visit occasionally (e.g., once every few years) to keep your status active, but there is no day-count requirement to maintain the residency itself.
Yes. Paraguay is one of the safest countries in South America. While petty theft exists in busy areas (like any capital city), violent crime is low compared to neighboring countries.
Paraguay has one of the lowest costs of living in Latin America. A couple can live comfortably on $1,000–$1,500 USD per month, covering rent, food, and entertainment.
Spanish is not required for the residency process because we handle all translations and appointments for you. For daily life, learning basic Spanish is helpful, though many professionals in Asunción speak English.
Yes. You can include your spouse and dependent children (under 18) in your application. They will need their own documents (birth certificates, etc.).
Yes. Legal residency grants you the full right to work, open a business, and invest in Paraguay.
Permanent Residency in Paraguay (PR)
PR is an immigration status that allows a foreigner to live, work, invest, and stay in Paraguay indefinitely. It is the highest level of residency before citizenship. Once granted, you no longer need to renew your residency every year or every few years.
It is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely.
Yes. Temporary Residents can work, start businesses, or engage in freelance activities.
Through direct application (if eligible) or after upgrading from Temporary Residency.
Yes, in some cases (investment, family ties, or special residency categories), but most foreigners start with Temporary Residency.
No. You only need to enter Paraguay once per year to maintain your residency.
Yes. You have full rights to work, start a business, or invest.
Yes. You and your dependents can access Paraguayan healthcare and education systems.
On average 6–12 months, depending on documentation and government processing speed.
Yes. After 21 months of holding Temporary Residency, you can apply for Permanent Residency.
Yes. After 3 years of holding Permanent Residency, you may apply for citizenship.
Not mandatory, but highly recommended for expats living in Paraguay.
Yes. You receive a Cédula de Identidad, valid for 10 years.
Indirectly. You must upgrade to Permanent Residency first, and then after 3 years of permanent status, you may apply for citizenship.
Yes, if you fail to visit Paraguay at least once per year or commit a serious crime.
Yes. Spouses and children can apply as dependents.
Longer validity, fewer renewals, eligibility for citizenship, and greater legal stability.
It must be renewed every 10 years, but the process is simpler than the initial application.
Residency by Investment (SUACE / Investor Residency)
It’s a residency option for foreigners who invest in Paraguay through a company registered under SUACE (Sistema Unificado de Apertura y Cierre de Empresas).
The minimum capital is typically 70 million PYG (around USD 9,500) registered as company capital, but real business activity is expected.
Yes. Most investors open an EAS (Empresa por Acciones Simplificada) or an SRL to qualify.
Yes, if you’re using the investment route for permanent residency, you’re expected to generate employment (at least 5 jobs) in Paraguay.
Yes. Approved investors typically receive direct Permanent Residency.
Realistic estimate: 3–6 months from start to finish.
No. Like other residencies, one visit per year is enough.
Passport, birth certificate, criminal records, proof of investment/business registration, civil status documents, and translations/apostilles.
Yes. Spouses and children can obtain residency as dependents of the investor.
Yes. After 3 years of Permanent Residency via investment, you can apply for citizenship.
Paraguay taxes only local income. Foreign earnings are tax-free. No wealth, inheritance, or exit taxes apply.
Real estate, agriculture, logistics, and services are popular choices.
Yes. Foreigners can own land in Paraguay without restrictions (except in border security zones).
