Moving to Paraguay: compare providers
Territorial tax system with low flat rates and one of the most accessible residency programmes.
Good for:Plan BDigital nomadsEntrepreneurs
At a glance
- Income tax (top)
- 10 %
- Corporate tax
- 10 %
- Dividends & capital
- 8 %
- Foreign income
- tax-free
- Minimum stay
- no fixed minimum
At a glance
Is Paraguay right for you?
Advantages
- Foreign income (dividends, interest, rent from abroad) is not taxed for residents
- Low rates: 10 % corporate tax, 8 % on dividends for residents
- Residency with comparatively low requirements and costs
- Low cost of living, no wealth tax
What you should know
- A residence permit alone is not a tax residency your home country accepts – plan a tax residency certificate and cut home ties
- Paraguay has announced automatic exchange of tax information from 2027
Who it suits
- Plan B
- Digital nomads
- Entrepreneurs
Less suited for
- People who want EU-level public healthcare and infrastructure
- Anyone who needs a fast, fully digital administration
Taxes & facts
Taxes and legal facts
Facts at a glance
As of 2026- Income tax (top)
- 10 %
- Corporate tax
- 10 %
- Dividends & capital
- 8 %
- Foreign income
- tax-free
- Special regime
- Territorial taxation: foreign income of residents is outside the tax base
- Tax residency
- Tax residency certificate after registering as a resident; presence requirements depend on your case
- Wealth tax
- none
- Inheritance tax
- none
Simplified headline figures from public sources, without guarantee.
Editorial draft – being verified with local providersUpdated October 25, 2026
Sources: International Tax Review (Aug 2026) · DNIT – Paraguayan tax authority · UK FCDO – foreign travel advice (safety)
Living there
Living there
Healthcare
Good private clinics in Asunción; the public system is limited. Most expats use private insurance.
Safety
Generally calm in residential areas of Asunción; petty crime occurs. Border regions require more caution.
Cost of living
Low living costs compared with Europe and North America, including rent and services.
Your Paraguay relocation checklist (PDF)
Everything to do before you leave and after you arrive – deregistration, insurance, taxes, documents – in the right order.
- Tailored to your home country
- Free with your ResidencyHub account
- Updated when rules change
Transparent and fair: no hidden costs, you decide what we may send you and can change it anytime in your account.
Your roadmap
Typical steps
Estimated costs and durations; your provider confirms the details for your case.
- 1Residence permit application~60 days—~60 days
- 2Police clearance certificate~14 days$30 – $80~14 days
- 3Medical certificate in Paraguay~3 days$50 – $100~3 days
- 4Government filing fees$300 – $500—
- 5National ID card (cédula)~30 days$50 – $120~30 days
- 6Tax ID (RUC)~7 days$150~7 days
Sum of the estimated cost ranges; some steps can run in parallel.Editorial draft – being verified with local providers
Expat updates
Changes that matter when you move: tax, residency, cost of living, banking. Summarised by ResidencyHub, each with its source.
No updates yet for this country.
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General information, not tax or legal advice. Rates are simplified headline figures; your individual case is assessed by a licensed professional.