What documents do I need for residency in Paraguay?

Birth Certificate, Criminal Records, and Marriage Certificate, all apostilled.

How long does the residency process take?

The estimated time is 90 to 120 days after filing with the Migration Office.

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Migration Specialists

Paraguay Residency Services – Comprehensive Legal Management

We facilitate your legal establishment in the country with the lowest tax burden in the region. Tailored solutions for investors, digital nomads, and families under Law 6984/22.

Our Legal Residency Pathways

Select the program that best fits your personal and international professional goals.

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Permanent Residency

The definitive solution for those seeking to settle for life and obtain a National ID Card (Cédula) immediately.

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Temporary Residency

The agile path for professionals and entrepreneurs. Valid for 2 years, convertible to permanent with simplified processes.

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Remote Residency

Start your application from abroad via Power of Attorney (POA). Ideal for founders who need structure before traveling.

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Why choose Paraguay

South America’s Tax and Legal Haven

Paraguay has established itself as the preferred destination for international relocation thanks to its territorial tax system (0% tax on foreign-source income) and minimum physical presence requirements.

At Legal Migration Consulting Paraguay, we conduct a prior audit of your background to ensure full compliance with Migration Law 6984/22, guaranteeing that every file has the necessary legal backing to avoid rejections.

Tax Optimization: Competitive territorial tax system.
Freedom of Movement: Minimum physical stay requirements.
Legal Security: Processes backed by current regulations.

Which residency profile are you looking for?

We analyze your situation to determine the most efficient pathway.

Investors

Direct access to permanent residency by meeting solvency requirements or strategic investment criteria.

Digital Nomads

Agile management of temporary residencies that allow you to operate globally under a stable Paraguayan legal framework.

Families

Unified processes to ensure stability and access to services for all members of the family unit.

Your Roadmap to Residency

Documentary Audit

Success begins in your country of origin. We review your certificates before any official process to ensure eligibility.

Legal Preparation

We manage apostilles and official translations for a dossier free of administrative errors.

Filing and Follow-up

We present your file to the Migration Office and supervise the process until the admission is approved.

ID Card Issuance

Upon approval, we accompany you in person to obtain your Paraguayan ID Card (Cédula).

Residency Management FAQs

What basic documents do I need to start? +

A Birth Certificate, Clean Criminal Record from your country of origin, and a Marriage/Divorce Certificate (if applicable) are required, all duly apostilled.

Is it mandatory to live in Paraguay to maintain residency? +

For permanent residency, visiting the country once every three years is sufficient. However, we advise on tax residency if your plans require it.

What is the difference between the Temporary and Permanent pathways? +

Temporary is a 2-year permit under Law 6984/22. Permanent is indefinite and provides direct access to the long-term Paraguayan ID card.

Ready to secure your legal status in Paraguay?

We analyze your situation in a personalized way to guarantee the success of your migration process.

Paraguay Residency Services – Comprehensive Legal Management