The Independent Means Visa in Paraguay offers residency to qualified individuals who can demonstrate sufficient financial resources to support themselves without working in the country.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
The Independent Means Visa program in Paraguay provides a straightforward pathway to residency for financially self-sufficient individuals. This program is designed to attract retirees, entrepreneurs, and other individuals looking to establish residency in a country with a low cost of living, growing economy, and welcoming atmosphere.
Visión general
A simple and affordable path to residency for qualified individuals with sufficient financial means in Paraguay
Requisitos
Individuals who can demonstrate sufficient income or savings to support themselves in Paraguay
Restricciones de anclaje
Meses para la ciudadanía
Duración del visado
Initial 2-year temporary residency, convertible to permanent residency after 2 years
Meses para el visado
1-3 months
Requisito de presencia física
None for maintaining residency, but 183 days per year recommended
Disponibilidad
Fácil
Subsidio familiar
Cónyuge e hijos
Visión general
Submit application at the Paraguayan embassy or consulate in your country of residence, or at the Immigration Department if already present in the country.
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¿Cuánto se tarda en tramitar una solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
¿Puedo incluir a los miembros de mi familia en mi solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
What types of income qualify for the Independent Means Visa?
¿Con qué frecuencia debo renovar mi permiso de residencia?
Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Paraguayan citizenship?
benefits
The program offers numerous advantages for individuals looking to establish their presence in Paraguay's growing and welcoming environment.
Visión general
Paraguay offers a welcoming environment, growing economy, and affordable living for foreign residents.
Ventajas:
Ventajas:
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¿Cuánto se tarda en tramitar una solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
¿Puedo incluir a los miembros de mi familia en mi solicitud de visado de medios independientes?
What types of income qualify for the Independent Means Visa?
¿Con qué frecuencia debo renovar mi permiso de residencia?
Can Independent Means Visa holders apply for Paraguayan citizenship?
REQUIREMENTS
Check if you qualify based on your family history
Not applicable
Minimum Income or Savings: Pensions, Investments, Rental income+Regular Income Stream: Monthly pension payments, Annuities, Proof of Financial Independence
Not applicable
Criminal Record: A clean criminal record is required
REQUIREMENTS
To qualify for the Independent Means Visa, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their financial stability and self-sufficiency.
PROCESS
Initial Assessment
• Verify passive income sources
• Confirm income thresholds
• Review healthcare requirements
• Complete financial documentation
Selection Phase
• Choose destination country
• Review residency requirements
• Assess tax implications
• Select optimal visa category
Application Preparation
• Gather proof of income
• Obtain health insurance
• Prepare bank statements
• Complete background verification
Submission
• Submit residency application
• Pay visa fees
• Schedule interview (if required)
• Provide biometric data
Residency Setup
• Receive residency permit
• Register with local authorities
• Set up banking/utilities
• Complete residency registration
PROCESS
DOCUMENTS
Passport
Applicant's Birth Certificate+Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Not applicable
A clean criminal record is required, confirmed through police clearance certificates from the applicant's country of origin and any country of residence in the past 3 years
Applicants must provide documentation proving they have sufficient financial means to support themselves in Paraguay
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
Rankings
36
Clasificación general
Coste
Based on application fee
Requisitos de residencia
Based on residency requirements
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Duración de los privilegios de residencia
Based on programs’s term
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Processing Speed
Based on estimated processing time
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Requisitos
Based on entry requirements
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Estabilidad del programa
Based on years of activity
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Time to Permanent Residency
Based on permanent residency timeline
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Rankings
Safety
73
Coste de la vida
113
Quality of Life
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Healthcare Quality
107
Internet Speed
53
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Human Freedom
71
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