Paraguay: New Investor Pass Expands Permanent Residence Options
May 19, 2026
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At a Glance
- Paraguay has introduced a new Investor Pass granting permanent residence for foreign nationals making qualifying investments in the country.
- Qualifying investments for the Investor Pass include those in commercial and industrial projects, the Paraguayan stock market, real estate and tourism-related activities. Previously, investors could only make commercial and industrial investments to qualify for permanent residence.
- Permanent residence permits in Paraguay are valid for 10 years, renewable every 10 years, and authorize holders to engage in lawful work and business activities in Paraguay.
- These new categories will create additional opportunities for individuals to obtain permanent residence in Paraguay.
The situation
Paraguay has introduced the Investor Pass, which provides a new permanent residence pathway for foreign nationals who make qualifying investments in the country.
A closer look
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- Investment categories:
The new Paraguay Investor Pass recognizes four qualifying investment categories, each with distinct investment threshold and eligibility requirements:
- Investment categories:
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Commercial and industrial investment (SUACE) route |
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Investment in the Paraguayan stock market |
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Real estate investment |
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Tourism investment |
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- Residence validity. Successful applicants are granted permanent residence directly under the program, consistent with Paraguay’s existing investor residence framework. These permanent residence permits are valid for 10 years and renewable every 10 years.
- Work authorization. As with other permanent residence categories in Paraguay, permanent residence under the Investor Pass grants authorization to engage in any lawful work or business activities in the country.
- Dependents. Family members cannot be included under the Paraguay Investor Pass. Instead, dependents must apply separately for temporary residence. After two years, the principal applicant may sponsor eligible family members for permanent residence.
Background
Previously, Paraguay’s investor immigration framework centered on the SUACE investor certification route, which required business investment and local job creation. The new Investor Pass program was introduced by the government through the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) and the General Immigration Directorate to broaden investment across multiple sectors of the economy.
Impact
The Paraguay Investor Pass broadens qualifying investment options by introducing stock market, real estate and tourism investment categories in addition to the existing SUACE route.
The program is expected to increase Paraguay’s attractiveness to a broader range of foreign investors by expanding access to the country’s existing direct permanent residence framework.
Looking ahead
Authorities are expected to provide additional implementation guidance and procedural details as the program develops in practice. We will report on relevant developments.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen.
