Residence in Paraguay: permits and requirements
Living legally in Paraguay is possible through 5 permit types: temporary, permanent, investment, other, family. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Temporary Residency
Residence type #1 of 5
Temporary residency authorization for foreigners, valid for up to 2 renewable years under Law 6984/2022.
Requirements
- Legal entry into Paraguayan territory
- Verifiable means of subsistence
- No serious criminal record
Documentation
- Valid passport
- Criminal record certificate from the country of origin and Paraguay
- Proof of address
- Medical certificate
- Proof of means of subsistence
Frequently asked questions about residence in Paraguay
How many types of residence permits are there in Paraguay?
Paraguay offers 5 residence permit types, grouped into the categories temporary, permanent, investment, other, family. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Paraguay last?
Durations vary by permit type: 2 years; Indefinite; Direct permanent; 2 years (temporary), then permanent. The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Paraguay be renewed?
It depends on the type: 3 of 5 permits are renewable. Each fact sheet on this page indicates whether the permit in question allows renewal.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Paraguay?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Certificado de antecedentes penales; Proof of address; Valid passport. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Paraguay lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Naturalization by residence pathway, which requires 3 years of legal residence. The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Paraguay.
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