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Paraguayan Permanent Residence

Indefinite residence in Paraguay, most commonly reached by changing category from temporary residence once an applicant is established in the country.

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Government fees and processing times for permanent residence are not stated here; verify current costs and timelines with the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Paraguay government website before you apply.
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Official name
Residencia Permanente (Ley N° 6984/2022)
Route type
Permanent residence
Main path
Change of category from temporary resident
Timing
Apply within 3 months before the temporary card expires (short grace period, with penalty, if lapsed)
Authority
Dirección Nacional de Migraciones

Who it is for

  • Temporary residents ready to move to indefinite residence
  • Spouses/children of Paraguayans, family of repatriated nationals, investors and MERCOSUR nationals under their specific categories
  • People planning to naturalise later

Requirements

  • Held valid temporary residence (for the change-of-category route)
  • Standard permanent-residence documents (identity, criminal record, etc.)
  • Foreign-language documents translated into Spanish by a registered translator
  • Application filed within the permitted window relative to card expiry

What you can do

  • Reside in Paraguay indefinitely
  • Work and study without a separate permit
  • Hold the cédula de identidad and accrue time toward naturalisation

How to apply

  • Follow the permanent-residence (change of category) procedure published by Migraciones
  • Submit within 3 months before the temporary card expires
  • Provide all documentary requirements to the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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