Paraguay residency by investment
South American permanent residency with a low threshold — Investor Pass from$70,000 USD, only requires entry once every three years.
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Paraguay residency by investment programme
Paraguay expands its residency by investment programme in 2026 withInvestor Pass(Resolution 0283/2026), granting direct permanent residency through 4 categories: business investment, tourism projects, real estate, and financial instruments — bypassing the temporary visa stage.
With a low cost of living and a territorial tax policy (no tax on income generated outside Paraguay), this is a low-threshold and flexible South American residency option.
Programme Overview
Key highlights
Benefits
What the investor receives
- Direct permanent residencyPR granted immediately, bypassing the temporary visa stage.
- Low investment thresholdOne of the most cost-effective PR programmes.
- Minimum presenceOnly required to enter the country once every three years.
- Territorial taxNo tax on income generated outside Paraguay.
- Path to citizenshipEligible to apply for citizenship after the residency period.
- Includes familySpouse, children, and dependent parents.
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Investment options
Investors choose one of the following categories to obtain Paraguay permanent residency.
$70,000 USD
Business investment
Investment in industry, commerce, or services via the SUACE mechanism, including a business plan and the creation of at least 5 formal jobs — the lowest threshold of the programme.
$150,000 USD
Tourism project
Investment in a tourism project, including a business plan and subject to technical supervision by the relevant authorities.
$200,000 USD
Real estate
Purchase of real estate used for business activities. Residential property or property for family use does not qualify.
$200,000 USD
Financial instruments
Investment in recognised financial instruments, held for at least 2 years. No business plan or job creation required, but annual reporting is mandatory.
Residency by investment pathway
Implementation process
Consultation and selection
Identify the investment category that aligns with your goals.
Preliminary background check
Review of assets and background.
Investor Pass application
Register and submit the permanent residency application by investment.
Approval
Paraguayan authorities review the application.
Investment execution and card issuance
Finalise the investment and receive the permanent residency card.
Programme requirements
Participation requirements
Age
The main applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
Police clearance certificate
Clean record and successful background check.
Source of funds
Provide proof of the legal origin of the investment funds.
Investment amount
Meet the threshold according to the chosen investment route.
Presence
Minimum entry once every three years.
Residency
Flexible residency requirements.
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The Prosperous Living Investment team provides personalised consultation, profile assessment, and develops a Paraguay residency roadmap tailored to your set goals.
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Efficiency
Standardised processes, with close monitoring at every step until completion.
Transparency
Clear costs and timelines, with verified programme data.
Professionalism
A team of consultants with extensive experience in residency and citizenship by investment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Quick FAQs
Yes. The Investor Pass grants direct permanent residency, without a temporary visa stage.
You only need to enter the country once every three years to maintain status.
US$70,000 for the business investment category, with the requirement to create at least 5 formal jobs.
Yes, after the residency period as stipulated by Paraguayan law.
Territorial tax — no tax on income generated outside Paraguay.
Spouse, dependent children, and parents.
Data provided byMinistry of Industry and Commerce of Paraguay. Programme conditions are subject to change according to local government regulations – contact Prosperous Living Investment for updated advice.