The Paraguay Investor Pass is a new and direct way for the investor to obtain ‘Residencia permanente’ directly.
Therefore, this does not refer to a ‘passport’ in the sense of citizenship, but rather to direct access to a permanent residence permit and the Paraguayan Cedula, which is valid for 10 years.”
How does it work?
The required background documents from your home country are identical to those needed for a standard ‘Residencia temporaria’ application.
The key difference is an additional official certificate issued by SUACE (a division of the Paraguayan Ministry of Industry and Commerce) which verifies your investor status. By submitting this ‘Investor Certificate’ alongside your standard documentation to the immigration authorities, your application bypasses the temporary phase and qualifies you directly for ‘Residencia permanente’.
The 4 paths to the “Investor certificate”?
The Traditional Corporate Route (Company Formation)
- The Process: Requires establishing a local company and creating 5 formal jobs inside Paraguay.
- The Reality: Active since 2013, this route accounts for a mere 0.01% of all applications. It subjects investors to strict Ministry audits for a full 10 years, offering very little reward just to bypass the standard 2-year temporary residency phase.
The Tourism Sector Investment
- The Process: Requires a minimum investment of USD 150,000 into local tourism infrastructure.
- The Reality: Investors must submit a comprehensive business plan for approval, prove immediate availability of funds, and build the business exactly as proposed within 2 years. Government audits trigger 12 to 18 months after your permanent residency is issued. Any non-compliance results in the immediate revocation of your visa.
Option 3: Capital Markets & Securities (The Passive Route)
- The Investment: A minimum of USD 200,000 invested in Paraguayan securities through a licensed local stockbroker.
- The Timeline: Funds must be locked into instruments with a minimum maturity of 24 months.
- The Process: You deploy the capital first, your broker issues an official investment confirmation, and we submit it directly to the Ministry. With a swift processing time of just 5 business days, this stands as one of the fastest, most streamlined routes to permanent residency.
Option 4: Commercial Real Estate (The Tangible Route)
- The Investment: A minimum of USD 200,000 in commercial real estate (eligible structures include rental properties, offices, or developments—strictly excluding personal residential homes).
- The Flexibility: The property can be turn-key or currently under construction. For off-plan projects, a verifiable down payment of at least USD 60,000 is required alongside a notarized and certified purchase contract.
- The Process: Once the contract is signed, you have a 180-day window to file your application with the Ministry. The certificate is issued within 5 business days, unlocking your direct path to permanent residency.
Although all figures mentioned above are in USD, they can also be paid in the equivalent amount in the local currency, Guaranies!
I want to do this, how does it work?
Step 1: Selecting a Broker
- Your first course of action is to partner with a licensed, regulated Paraguayan stockbroker.
- For an in-depth analysis of the local stock exchange, please refer to my ebook, “Paraguay Investor’s Guide“.
Step 2: Verification of Source of Funds (SoF)
- Compliance is strict; you must formally prove the lawful origin of your investment capital.
- What works: A highly effective document for this step is a notarized real estate sales contract from your home country, which must be legally authenticated with an Apostille.
Step 3: Selecting and Holding the Bond
Critical Warning: The security must be held for the entire 24-month duration. Liquidating or selling the asset prematurely triggers an immediate compliance violation, risking the revocation of your permanent residence permit.
Once onboarded, you must select from the available local corporate or government bonds featuring a minimum maturity of 24 months.
We are happy to handle the necessary preparatory work, such as translations, ahead of your trip!
🏢 Step-by-Step: The Commercial Real Estate Pathway
Step 1: Property Selection and Purchase Contract
- The real estate purchase contract (Contrato de Compraventa) must be executed locally in Paraguay before a licensed Paraguayan notary (Escribano Público) and officially certified by them.
Step 2: Down Payment Verification
- You must provide the Ministry with undeniable proof of a down payment of at least 30% of the total purchase price (amounting to a minimum of USD 60,000).
Step 3: Payment Processing
The procedure must strictly follow this order: first, the contract is signed, and second, the payment is made exclusively via bank transfer. Cash transactions or incomplete receipts will not be accepted by the Ministry.
When investing in tangible assets, apartments in Asunción are highly recommended, as they can be easily optimized for short-term rentals via platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. The administrative process is fundamentally similar to the capital markets route, requiring strict verification of the source of funds.
Who qualifies for this investor certificate?
Individual Eligibility Only
- The Investor Certificate is strictly issued on an individual basis (per person).
- For married couples, both partners must satisfy the investment criteria independently if both wish to secure immediate permanent residency (Residencia permanente).
Regulations for Minors
Minor children must always follow the standard immigration route instead.
Children under the age of 18 are completely excluded from the Investor Certificate pathway and will follow the normal route with “residencia temporaria”.
Pricing and Fee Structure (Effective 2026)
Standard Package Fee
The fee for the permanent residence permit (Residencia permanente) via the Investor Passport program is EUR 1,798 per person.
Additional documents (such as marriage certificates, apostilles, etc.) are billed at EUR 69 per document.
Payment Timeline
Fees are strictly due upon receipt of your official application filing confirmation (Mesa de Entrada) on the day of your arrival.
All-Inclusive Services
This premium service mirrors our comprehensive “Residencia Temporaria” package, including all local official translations, notary fees, official state stamps, and administrative charges.
It additionally covers the entire processing, physical representation, and routing at the SUACE authority to secure your Investor Certificate.
All government filing fees, stamp duties, local transportation costs, official translators, and Interpol background check clearances are fully included and paid by us.
Independent legal, notary, or transactional fees associated with your physical real estate acquisition or brokerage account setup and translations of your Source of Funds (SoF) paperwork are strictly excluded from this package.
Accepted Payment Methods
Cash (Preferred): Settled on the day of application in Euros (EUR) or Paraguayan Guaraníes (PYG).
Bank Transfer: Wire transfers are accepted in EUR or USD. Please note a +3% banking fee applies.
Cryptocurrency: Digital assets are fully accepted via Bitcoin (BTC), USDT, or USDC. Please note a +3% banking fee applies.
⚡ Maximum Efficiency: Completed in Just One Day
The Single-Day Guarantee
- The entire process—up until you receive your official filing confirmation (Mesa de Entrada)—is completed within just a single business day.
Streamlined Final Step
- Once the Ministry issues your Investor Certificate, we will handle your application for both the permanent residence permit and the Cedula card all on that same day.
How It Works
We deeply value your time. You will only be required to join us in person when your presence is legally mandatory for biometric fingerprints, passport photos, or official signatures.
This rapid turnaround is possible because we handle the maximum amount of preparatory paperwork and bureaucratic footwork ahead of time without you.
The “PLUS CEDULA” Package
Eliminate the Second Trip
- If you want to secure both your permanent residence permit and your Paraguayan ID card (Cédula de Identidad), you can completely avoid making a second trip to Paraguay just to apply for the ID card.
All-in-One Arrival Day
- With our “PLUS CEDULA” package, we complete all preparatory paperwork for your “cedula de identidad” (ID card) the same day we apply for your residency . This ensures you receive your Cédula de Identidad right alongside your permanent residency.
Premium Pricing (Effective 01/2026)
This upgrade fee fully covers all administrative expenses, government costs, and filing fees required to secure your physical ID card.
The “PLUS” package is priced at an additional EUR 599 per person.
*Subject to the guidelines applicable at the time of application. We accept no liability for retroactive changes to legal regulations (such as modified entry requirements) beyond our control.