Permanent Residency In Paraguay
What Is Permanent Residency in Paraguay
Lifetime security. Global freedom.
Paraguay’s Permanent Residency offers a fast, stable path to a second home base — with minimal bureaucracy, low costs, and international respect.
✅ No Residency Obligations — maintain your status while living abroad
✅ Tax-Friendly System — Paraguay does not tax your foreign-sourced income
✅ Permanent Status in ~100 Days — apply once, renew your ID card every 10 years
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What Is Permanent Residency?
Permanent residency in Paraguay (Radicación Permanente) gives foreigners the right to live, work, and study indefinitely in the country.
It allows you to obtain a Paraguayan Identity Card (Cédula de Identidad).
The cédula is valid for 10 years and renewable.
Residency is granted through different pathways, mainly:
– Residencia Permanente MERCOSUR (for nationals of MERCOSUR and associate countries).
– Change of Category (from temporary to permanent).
Price for Paraguay Residency
At Paraguay Residency Team we offer easy to understand pricing models to fit your needs
Who Qualifies?
Eligible under MERCOSUR Agreement
Nationals of Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador may apply under the MERCOSUR residency pathway if they:
Hold a Carnet de Admisión Temporaria MERCOSUR currently valid or shortly to expire.
Submit the permanent residency request at least 90 days before the temporary card expires.
Eligible via Change of Category (Temporary → Permanent)
Foreigners already holding a Temporary Residence permit can apply for Permanent Residence under the Change of Category process.
General Requirements
To apply, you typically need:
Valid passport or national ID from your country of origin.
Birth certificate
(apostilled or legalized + Spanish translation if needed).
Civil status documents
(marriage, divorce, death certificate, if applicable).
Criminal record certificates:
– From country of origin or where you lived for the last 5 years.
– From Paraguay (Certificado de Antecedentes para Extranjeros – Policía Nacional).
Proof of economic solvency, such as:
-Employment contract.
-Business ownership documents.
-Professional license.
-Bank deposits or investments.
Passport-size photos (recent).
For minors: birth certificate + documents of parents or guardians + power of attorney (if necessary).
Residency Processing Time: What to Expect
Average Processing Timeline
Initial review: After submission, Migraciones checks if your documents are complete. This stage can take 2–6 weeks.
Background checks & verifications
Local and international background checks are conducted. Expect 2–4 months.
Approval & issuance
Once approved, you receive your Permanent
Residency Certificate. On average, the full process takes 3–6 months, though some cases may extend to 9–12 months depending on complexity.
Paraguay’s Territorial Tax System: 0% Foreign Income Tax
Unlock significant tax advantages with Paraguay’s globally respected territorial tax system. It provides a powerful and legally sound framework for international investors, remote workers, and entrepreneurs seeking financial efficiency.
📌 Key Points
💰 Pay taxes only on Paraguayan income
🌍 Foreign income is tax-free (remote work, dividends, crypto, stocks, etc.)
🛡️ No reporting obligations on offshore earnings
👤 Who Qualifies as Tax Resident?
✅ Anyone with legal residency status
✅ Or anyone who spends 183+ days per year in Paraguay
👉 This makes Paraguay a respected and sustainable tax residency.
Unlike offshore “tax havens,” it’s not blacklisted or gray-listed.
The Paraguay Advantage:
A Smarter Path to Permanent Residency
When evaluating global residency options, Paraguay consistently emerges as the most strategic choice for investors and entrepreneurs seeking a powerful and efficient “Plan B.” It’s not just an alternative; it’s an upgrade.
🔑 Key Differentiators
Financial Accessibility
Secure residency without mandatory real estate investment or locking up large sums in bank deposits. Your capital remains flexible for your own ventures.
Expedited Timeline
Gain full permanent residency status in approximately 90 days—one of the fastest and most streamlined processes available globally.
True Territorial Taxation
Legally eliminate tax on your foreign-sourced income. Paraguay’s 0% rate is a cornerstone of effective international wealth strategy.
Ultimate Geographic Freedom
Maintain your permanent residency status without any physical stay requirements, giving you unparalleled flexibility to live and work anywhere in the world.
A Secure Path to Citizenship
Your residency establishes a clear and straightforward route to a second passport after just three years, securing your long-term global mobility.
While programs in Panama, Uruguay, or Mexico present increasing complexities and higher costs, Paraguay provides the most direct and accessible route to securing your future in the Americas.
Do I Need to Show Proof of Income or Wealth?
No. Paraguay is one of the few countries where wealth or income is not a requirement.
What You Need
Passport, criminal record, birth certificate, civil documents
Apostilles + translations
Proof of local address
What You Don’t Need
Bank statements
Salary slips or contracts
Minimum wealth declarations
This makes Paraguay residency accessible to almost anyone, regardless of financial background.
Your Trusted Residency Partner in Paraguay
Choosing the right partner makes all the difference. We combine clear guidance, local presence in Asunción, and step-by-step support to make your residency process simple, fast, and stress-free.
✔ Transparent, all-inclusive pricing — no hidden fees
✔ Local team on the ground in Paraguay to guide you in person
✔ Personal WhatsApp & email support from start to finish
✔ Practical help with documents, translations, and appointments
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Frequently Asked Questions
Certificate of Radicación: Gs. 223,004
Additional costs: apostilles, translations, and background checks.
All documents must be translated into Spanish.
Basic Spanish is highly recommended for daily life, dealing with banks, and communicating with authorities.
Commit serious criminal offenses.
Provide false or fraudulent documents during your application.
Stay outside Paraguay for extremely long periods without maintaining any ties (though Paraguay is generally flexible compared to other countries).
