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Frequently asked questions
Residency
What documents do I need for the residency?
A valid passport, your birth certificate and a criminal record less than 6 months old, both apostilled, and a selfie on a white background. We review everything before you buy your ticket.
How long does the residency take?
One week in Paraguay for the paperwork. The residency is approved about 45 to 60 days later and the Cédula about a month after that. You don't need to stay in Paraguay while you wait.
When and how do I pay for the residency?
During your week in Paraguay, not before. In cash, by bank transfer or in crypto. Credit cards are not accepted for the residency.
Do I need a visa to travel to Paraguay?
It depends on your nationality. Check it with the visa checker in the residency section. If you need one, you get it at a Paraguayan consulate before you travel.
How do I keep my residency?
Don't stay out of Paraguay for more than 12 months in a row. Every visit resets the count.
What changed for permanent residency in 2026?
Since 6 July 2026 you must prove real, verifiable income. Monthly IVA returns help you show it, so talk to us well before you apply.
Why does the RUC matter for my residency?
Since July 2026, permanent residency asks you to prove real income. Your monthly IVA returns are that proof, and the tax residency certificate also needs a RUC with no debts.
Accounting and taxes
I have no income in Paraguay. Do I still file?
Yes. Once you have a RUC, the IVA return is due every month, even with zero activity. Skipped months turn into fines.
Do you issue invoices for me?
No. We teach you to issue the invoices for your own income in a Google Meet session. We file your taxes and send you the report.
Do I pay tax in Paraguay on income from abroad?
No. Paraguay has a territorial system: only income from Paraguayan sources is taxed here.
Can I get my RUC without a Cédula?
No. The RUC is registered in person with your Paraguayan Cédula. Plan one week in Paraguay on your next trip.
I already have a RUC and an accountant. Can you take over?
Yes. We review your history before we start. And if you don't have a RUC yet, we register it for you.
When can I get the tax residency certificate?
About 1 to 2 months after your RUC, as long as you have no tax debts. It costs 100 USD.
How do I pay for the accounting?
Every month, in cash, by Paraguayan bank transfer, by credit card or in USDT.
Can I cancel?
Yes, whenever you want. There is no minimum term.
Banks and money
Which bank do you recommend in Paraguay?
We don't recommend a specific bank. Each one has its own requirements and fees, so the right one depends on what you need. Our banks guide lists the options foreigners use. Read our banks guide →
A real street address in Paraguay: we receive, scan and forward your mail.
PyTAXThe app where our clients follow their taxes.
Shall we talk?
Tell us your situation on WhatsApp and we'll tell you what you need.