American nationals can obtain residence in Paraguay. In 2026 Paraguay launched an Investor Pass that can lead straight to permanent residence for qualifying investors.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Paraguay residency is open to foreign nationals, including American nationals. Applicants must be at least 18, hold a clean criminal record, clear Interpol checks and sign a sworn declaration on the lawful origin of their funds.
Documents that show the availability of funds must usually be issued within 180 days before the application. This source of funds rule is set by the Paraguayan authority that combats money laundering and the financing of terrorism.
The 2026 Investor Pass lets qualifying investors go straight to permanent residence rather than starting with temporary residence. It covers several categories, reported to include productive business investment, real estate, financial instruments and tourism projects. Reported entry points begin in the region of 70,000 United States dollars depending on the route. Confirm the current minimum and the eligible categories with the official authority.
Family members are generally not included on the principal Investor Pass application and may need to apply separately, so plan dependants carefully and confirm the route for family members.
The application is filed in person in Paraguay. After SUACE and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce review the investment and issue the investor certificate, the National Directorate of Migration handles the residence card, which is often quoted at about three to six months from that stage. Treat this as indicative and confirm with the official authority.
The main cost is the qualifying investment itself, with government and processing fees on top. Because the Investor Pass is new and reported figures vary, the safest course is to confirm the current minimum investment and fees with the official authority before acting.
Permanent residence in Paraguay is reported to run for ten years and to require at least one visit every three years to stay active. After a qualifying period of residence, a holder may become eligible to apply for citizenship by naturalisation. United States citizens remain subject to United States tax reporting on worldwide income.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Investor Pass minimum | Reported from around 70,000 United States dollars | Confirm the current figure with the official authority |
| Investment categories | Business, real estate, financial instruments, tourism | Eligible list set by the authority |
| Source of funds proof | Issued within 180 days of applying | Sworn declaration required |
| Government and processing fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | On top of the investment |
| Family members | Apply separately in most cases | Confirm the route for dependants |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. National Directorate of Migration of Paraguay, with SUACE under the Ministry of Industry and Commerce publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. Paraguay residency is open to American nationals who meet the character, Interpol and source of funds requirements. The 2026 Investor Pass can lead directly to permanent residence for qualifying investors.
Reported entry points for the Investor Pass begin in the region of 70,000 United States dollars depending on the route, but figures vary and the programme is new. Confirm the current minimum with the official authority.
No. United States citizens remain subject to United States tax reporting on worldwide income wherever they live. Take licensed tax advice.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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