ddow01
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The reason I stay in Paraguay by Yerkes Neakle
I am a native Paraguayan. Friends who are interested in immigrating to Paraguay, do not hesitate because Paraguay is a wonderful and harmonious country that welcomes people of all classes and backgrounds.Housing resources in Paraguay are now ...
@sheldonhickman2002 From what I understand based on a FaceBook forum, it depends on the crime and how long it has been since the conviction. Sally, who replied other posts in this forum, is an attorney and I would be confident in her responses. Try ... Read More
The reason I stay in Paraguay by Yerkes Neakle
I am a native Paraguayan. Friends who are interested in immigrating to Paraguay, do not hesitate because Paraguay is a wonderful and harmonious country that welcomes people of all classes and backgrounds.Housing resources in Paraguay are now ...
@sheldonhickman2002 Paraguay is much cheaper the CR but the medical isn't on par with them. Rather quiet with nothing like the night life that (used to be) in Tiawan. I can't speak for there now, but had 2 wonderful years 50 years ago. Read More
Cost of living (annual rent) by hvandijk6
I have noticed high price differences when comparing long term rent facilities between North East Thailand and various places in Paraguay.Currently I pay approximately 5,000 Baht (150 Dollar) including water, and electricity, per month.In various ...
@hvandijk6 I doubt it. Certainly not in the 3 largest cities. You might be able to get that in some rural areas but I'm a bit pessimistic that even that could be done. Read More
The reason I stay in Paraguay by Yerkes Neakle
I am a native Paraguayan. Friends who are interested in immigrating to Paraguay, do not hesitate because Paraguay is a wonderful and harmonious country that welcomes people of all classes and backgrounds.Housing resources in Paraguay are now ...
@EricVonT I rented at a hostel in Asunci贸n and paid Gs300,000 a month for a studio, all utilities, cleaning, etc paid. I had to pay for the laundering of my sheets.I am renting an unfurnished, 3 bedroom in Encarnaci贸n for Gs350,000 ... Read More
The reason I stay in Paraguay by Yerkes Neakle
I am a native Paraguayan. Friends who are interested in immigrating to Paraguay, do not hesitate because Paraguay is a wonderful and harmonious country that welcomes people of all classes and backgrounds.Housing resources in Paraguay are now ...
@Isle JoyeuseShe might find adjusting to the Paraguayn Spanish odd at first as it's more of a Rioplantnese type Spanish with Guarani thrown in for added fun.It did snow in Encarnaci贸n in 1963. That city is in the most southern part of the ... Read More
The reason I stay in Paraguay by Yerkes Neakle
I am a native Paraguayan. Friends who are interested in immigrating to Paraguay, do not hesitate because Paraguay is a wonderful and harmonious country that welcomes people of all classes and backgrounds.Housing resources in Paraguay are now ...
No, you don't need to deposit money any more in a bank account. You should be able to come to Paraguay busing your EU documents. Like most of us, you'll have to leave every 90 days and come back in, much like many do in Thailand. You will have ... Read More
extending a visitors visa to remain in Paraguay. by SYVGRRL
Hello. My name is Tina and I live in the USA. This question is not about me, but rather our son. He left back in February on a 90-day visitors visa with the intention to stay and help build an "ecovillage." The man he is doing this with is a South ...
It's too late to help your son, but I will post a reply in case anyone else is interested. Folks from the US can/should get a 10-year visa. That does NOT mean you can stay ten years. It's a prerequisite to temporary residency. However, if you ... Read More
Question to expatriates from Paraguay by Jean Rivi猫re
Hello, In Paraguay, all expats face the same problem. Therefore why have you not formed or joined in Paraguay an expatriate community whose skills are complementary (agriculture, mechanics, electricity, electronics, IT, security, accounting, ...
@Jean Rivi猫reI can't speak for anyone else but I don't want to come to another country to end up hanging with the very people I was leaving. Read More
Any English institutions in outside of Asunci贸n? by kingshakur
Hey everyone!I鈥檓 looking to relocate to Emboscada or Fernando de la mora and want to know any recommendations on finding a institutions. Know of any let me know please!
@kingshakur By "English institutions," do you mean one to learn English or one that operates in English? If it is the latter, there aren't any that I have ever heard of. Read More
Getting permanent residency by KL7AR
I have temporary (2) year PR and a Cedula...how do I get to full permanent residency at the end of 2 years...intention is to live permanently in Paraguay. I have purchased a condo property for $130K USD.Mike
@KL7AR Under the current rules you can obtain the PR with the needed paperwork and proof of a degree or employment. You can agree to have a business but that can be risky since, as I understand it, if the business fails you can be kicked out. I'm ... Read More
What language are you folks in Paraguay learning? by Mr. Barley
I can't imagine trying to learn two new languages. Just curious what expats who are starting from scratch are studying, if at all.
@Mr. Barley I'm working on both Spanish and Guarani. I live in Encarnati贸n so the emphasis is on Spanish but I do want to keep advancing my Guarani. Read More
The reason I stay in Paraguay by Yerkes Neakle
I am a native Paraguayan. Friends who are interested in immigrating to Paraguay, do not hesitate because Paraguay is a wonderful and harmonious country that welcomes people of all classes and backgrounds.Housing resources in Paraguay are now ...
@Cheryl Outside of Asunci贸n things are cheaper. Encarnaci贸n is 100,000 people and a resort area by many locals. A 1 bedroom unfurnished is $150 a month. I pay $500 per month for a 3, which is just a bit more than what I paid for a ... Read More
Checking Your Other Citizenships by seaseaseaseasea55555
I have a few citizenships. If I apply for Paraguay Citizenship under my weakest citizenship so I can then relinquish it when I get Paraguayan, is there any point in the process where they'll find out about my other citizenships?These are not my ...
@seaseaseaseasea55555 Part of the process is providing your birth certificate. Aside from that, I doubt anyone would ask about other citizenships unless you are providing a criminal background check from your country of birth. It will clearly be ... Read More
Assistance in Paraguay Residency/Work Visa by BH_88
Hello guys, I'm new here. And would like to ask for your assistance since I'm planning to go at Paraguay before end of this year. What would be the necessary steps I should take into? Thanks in advance
What is your country of residency, how long to you want to stay? Read More
How to live and work safely in Paraguay ? by etiennepascal1
Hello,Many of the expatriates who live and work in Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile,..., live in a gated community.Most expatriates who live in Paraguay, in the countryside (not in the capital of ...
Living in Asunci贸n until I get residency and a retiree from the US. Paraguay is as safe as the US statistically and, like the US you just learn where to not go. Because there is already a large historic immigrant population from all over, ... Read More
Applying for Paraguayan Permanent Residency from abroad by LoreLaterra
Hello friends, The Migrations Directorate has recently decided to allow foreigners apply for Permanent Residency from their home countries through Registered Service Providers and a duly legalised or apostilled Power of Attorney. They decided upon ...
While the 180 day grace period was included in drafts, it was left out of the final law. Migrations is working to put together what they thought they would have 6 months to complete. I have not seen any forms available. The process seems simpler ... Read More
How Is This Possible? by cccmedia
In a case of interest to USA Expats worldwide,Alexandru Bittner has succeeded in getting hiscase all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.Bittner, who is 64 and lives in Texas, used tobe in business in Romania where he hadnumerous business/banking ...
@cccmedia LOL. You are cluelees. Read More
How Is This Possible? by cccmedia
In a case of interest to USA Expats worldwide,Alexandru Bittner has succeeded in getting hiscase all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.Bittner, who is 64 and lives in Texas, used tobe in business in Romania where he hadnumerous business/banking ...
@Cynic The really sad part is the dollar is in steep decline. Nothing seems to make sense as everything, gold, silver, crypto, are all in decline. Read More
espa帽ol for Gringos by cccmedia
Let's find out if there's interest in a thread for folks who want to share or expand what they know about the Spanish language. I'm thinking tips, trix, quirks, observations, embarrassing moments, triumphal moments, and other encounters ...
@MByerly You can download alternate (virtual) keyboards that suit your particular needs. I had one on a prior system but never really had the patience to learn to use it. Read More
Electronic toys by Fred
Today, whilst babysitting my naughty daughter, I decided to wander into a local electronics shop known as Electronics city. The place is pretty good for home stuff but not really a 'boys' toys' shop. I have to admit, they have some especially nice ...
A difficult question to provide a logical answer too.聽 Much like which brand of vehicle is "best?"聽 Most will do similar things, although in somewhat different manners.聽 Almost every brand will have one of two operating systems:聽 ... Read More
Applying for Paraguayan Permanent Residency from abroad by LoreLaterra
Hello friends, The Migrations Directorate has recently decided to allow foreigners apply for Permanent Residency from their home countries through Registered Service Providers and a duly legalised or apostilled Power of Attorney. They decided upon ...
@jimpex20190715 I would be reluctant to deal with that lawyer.聽 Please do an internet search for the Paraguay consolate or embassy in your country.聽 They should have all the documentation you need to apply.聽 Since we don't know where ... Read More
Getting deposit back & conversion - post residency process by lizzaritimonohi2
I am heading back to PY next week to complete the residency process and obtain cedula. I will be taking my initial deposit back and due to ongoing uncertainty in the world with yet another "wave", I plan on taking the funds with me, rather ...
Thanks for taking the time for the thoughtful reply. Read More
Hope to move around August of 2022 by ddow01
Hi everyone, my name is Dennis. I hope to finally become fluent in Spanish. Learning some Guarani will be a bonus. :) I certainly will have an eye out for any business opportunities but don't find that to be compelling or something I would do ...
I have started using Memorize for Guarani with some success. Putting individual words in a conversation is difficult so hoping to get help via Italki in that. Might try Duolingo as well. Thanks for the feedback all. Read More
Getting deposit back & conversion - post residency process by lizzaritimonohi2
I am heading back to PY next week to complete the residency process and obtain cedula. I will be taking my initial deposit back and due to ongoing uncertainty in the world with yet another "wave", I plan on taking the funds with me, rather ...
Great info, especially the dressing well part. How easy is it for taller foreigners to get suitable attire in Paraguay or would you recommend we bring what is needed? For those of us who want to be taken reasonably seriously but not elitist, what ... Read More
immigrate to Asuncion, Paraguay, start a new life... by vicng1171
Hello Asuncion Community, I am Victor from Vietnam. I am planning to immigrate to Asuncion when it鈥檚 possible. The problem is that I don鈥檛 speak Spanish (just speak English). So, I am sure I will be wrestling with the new life there ...
The vocabulary for the business would be important to learn early. It also depends on what kind of business. It might also be wise to live here a while before deciding what kind of business would do well. Read More
immigrate to Asuncion, Paraguay, start a new life... by vicng1171
Hello Asuncion Community, I am Victor from Vietnam. I am planning to immigrate to Asuncion when it鈥檚 possible. The problem is that I don鈥檛 speak Spanish (just speak English). So, I am sure I will be wrestling with the new life there ...
Since you do speak English, there are many sites where you can learn Spanish for free. Learning a little Guarani will give you an edge as well and Memorize has a great course for that. Read More
Hope to move around August of 2022 by ddow01
Hi everyone, my name is Dennis. I hope to finally become fluent in Spanish. Learning some Guarani will be a bonus. :) I certainly will have an eye out for any business opportunities but don't find that to be compelling or something I would do ...
Thanks for the info Read More
Hope to move around August of 2022 by ddow01
Hi everyone, my name is Dennis. I hope to finally become fluent in Spanish. Learning some Guarani will be a bonus. :) I certainly will have an eye out for any business opportunities but don't find that to be compelling or something I would do ...
Thanks. Read More
Hope to move around August of 2022
Hi everyone, my name is Dennis. I hope to finally become fluent in Spanish. Learning some Guarani will be a bonus. :) I certainly will have an eye out for any business opportunities but don't find that to be compelling or something I would do ... Read More
Permanent Residency lawyer recommendations by uster98
Good afternoon, I am interested in applying for Permanent Residency in Paraguay. Can any of you recommend lawyers that they have used? And prices? Also, seems opening a bank account (required for the application) is difficult? Seems to need ...
Uster98, as I understand it, the solvency amount must be deposited in the national bank but since that's the legal requirement the bank accepts deposits on your passport alone. I also understand that the imported cash must be as flawless as ... Read More
New members of the Paraguay forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Paraguay forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Were you able to make the visit? What are your thoughts? Dennis Read More
New members of the Paraguay forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Paraguay forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi all, I'm Dennis. I'm currently in the US but am anticipating retiring to Paraguay in 2022. Aside from being a nice place to live with wonderful people, I'm going to be looking at opportunities as they arise. Read More