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lacanadiense

lacanadiense

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Canadian expat in Paraguay

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40

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About me

Canadian

Lives in Asuncion, Paraguay

Speaks English, French, Spanish, German

Registration: 16 November 2009

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
12 years ago
Gabtar

Visiting Iguazu Falls from Cuidad del Este by Gabtar

After putting off visiting Iguazu Falls in Brazil because of visa issues I decided to use the visa I obtained to visit Bonito to finally visit the falls as a daytrip from Cuidad del Este. The short version - I didn't need to wait. I took a taxi ...

lacanadiense

Hi Dottie, Hotel Austria IS in Ciudad del Este. You can check out their homepage, just google Hotel Austria Ciudad del Este, since I don`t think I can post a link here. If I am not mistaken, it's a family business and the owners are of European ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
brandwach

Anybody know anyone who has naturalized as a Paraguayan?? by brandwach

Thanks I am curious. Also I am particularly interested to hear if anyone knows of anyone else who has naturalized in PY while living outside of PY for the majority of the time. thanks

lacanadiense

Now it's lanbe, guest user, before that the name used was Babylon, registered user!!! You might be right Lonnie... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
brandwach

Anybody know anyone who has naturalized as a Paraguayan?? by brandwach

Thanks I am curious. Also I am particularly interested to hear if anyone knows of anyone else who has naturalized in PY while living outside of PY for the majority of the time. thanks

lacanadiense

Dear Babelon, The only thing I can say is: WOW! Registered yesterday, 4 postings and already out of the forum! Incredible! Do you know that most people have a look maybe once a month? You might want to wait for a few more replies. I ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
brandwach

Anybody know anyone who has naturalized as a Paraguayan?? by brandwach

Thanks I am curious. Also I am particularly interested to hear if anyone knows of anyone else who has naturalized in PY while living outside of PY for the majority of the time. thanks

lacanadiense

Well, have you contacted Jeronimo Finestra? He posts as Jfinestra on this forum. I don't think that any SERIOUS lawyer would just post a quote on an online forum. And he would not publicly reveal the names of all his clients, right? Check ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
brandwach

Anybody know anyone who has naturalized as a Paraguayan?? by brandwach

Thanks I am curious. Also I am particularly interested to hear if anyone knows of anyone else who has naturalized in PY while living outside of PY for the majority of the time. thanks

lacanadiense

I don't know anyone who has been naturalizes as Paraguayan. However, the first steps towards naturalization/citizenship are to get 1st = permanent residency and 2nd "c茅dula" = national identification card. After living in Paraguay for 3 years, you ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
brandwach

Any one gotten into Farming in Paraguay??? by brandwach

Any one gotten into Farming in Paraguay??? I would be very interested in hearing your story. Also, I am kinda interested in the idea of buying a farm and getting it farmed by someone else. Is this common practice? Thanks

lacanadiense

Hi Brandwach, We have a little farm and someone who takes care of it,since we live near Asuncion, but we go at least once or twice a month to check it out. Do you have any experience with farming? My husband was raised on one, so he knew ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
brandwach

Anybody know anyone who has naturalized as a Paraguayan?? by brandwach

Thanks I am curious. Also I am particularly interested to hear if anyone knows of anyone else who has naturalized in PY while living outside of PY for the majority of the time. thanks

lacanadiense

What was your question Travel1000? By the way, naturalization or citizenship is LEGALLY possible only after living in Paraguay for 3 years!!! Residency / c茅dula might be possible in 60 days, but the normal process is 4-6 months (residency up to 3 ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
wilki

Real estate Agent by wilki

Please could someone give me a realestate link

lacanadiense

Hello Onuk, you have to look at the section where it says "Celular" or "Email", right next to it, you must click on "ver celular" or "ver email" and enter the security code. If you do this correctly, then the numbers / emails appear. If you have ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
Gabtar

Returning to Paraguay by Gabtar

I have been granted Permanent Admission to Paraguay. My problem is that I am in Australia, and my permanent admission card has been picked up by a friend in Asuncion, and that's where it remains. I don't trust the postal system enough to have it ...

lacanadiense

Well then, Welcome back! And thank you for the information! Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
vlynn

Medication by vlynn

Does anyone know if there would be any issue with bringing my medication for panic attacks into Paraguay? Thanks.

lacanadiense

HI VLynn, I don麓t know for sure, but I assume that if it麓s prescribed medicine, and in normal quantities, then it shouldn麓t be a problem. I麓ve never seen them searching for pills or anything like that. But it might be a good idea to find out if ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
Gabtar

Returning to Paraguay by Gabtar

I have been granted Permanent Admission to Paraguay. My problem is that I am in Australia, and my permanent admission card has been picked up by a friend in Asuncion, and that's where it remains. I don't trust the postal system enough to have it ...

lacanadiense

Sorry Gabtar, I have no idea about your permanent visa...can麓t you call the embassy in Australia? Isn麓t there one there? 3lckr: Regarding income tax "an income tax in Paraguay of out of Paraguay income?" the question is a little confusing... If ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
Julien

Expat blog gatherings in Paraguay by Julien

Hi all! What about meeting the other Paraguay 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...

lacanadiense

By the way, the Sunday meetings now take place on Tuesday evenings, starting at 19:00: same place, Il Mangiare, Manzana T, Villa Mora. More info on Total Paraguay dot com. Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
Pman

Need recommendation for dentist in Asuncion by Pman

The tilte says it all really, no major work just a general check up.

lacanadiense

Hi Pman, my sister-in-law swears that this is the best dentist in Asuncion: Dr. David Neufeld 聳 Asunci贸n Sacramento / Joe Gonzalez 2095 Tel: (021) 29 87 65麓 This is near IPS. I prefer going to the dentist in my neighborhood, more ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
BrandTheBiggie

Building Materials by BrandTheBiggie

Hi there everyone, My name is Brandon. I have recently moved to Paraguay to help my uncle out in his business as he is getting old. He wishes to build a house for his own use from scratch. I have no idea where I can find materials to build a house. ...

lacanadiense

No problem Brandon, that's what we're here for, to help one another! My husband is an electrician, well that's what he studied at the technical college here in PY when he was young, but he never really worked as one. So for our houses, he had the ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
BrandTheBiggie

Building Materials by BrandTheBiggie

Hi there everyone, My name is Brandon. I have recently moved to Paraguay to help my uncle out in his business as he is getting old. He wishes to build a house for his own use from scratch. I have no idea where I can find materials to build a house. ...

lacanadiense

Hi Brandon, Where do you want to build this house? Do you (or your uncle) speak Spanish? If not, do you know anyone who can accompany you? Or else I think you'll have problems getting fair prices... We built (renovated + enlarged) our house over ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
rschulenberg

Jobs in Asuncion by rschulenberg

Hey all, I was wondering about possible job opportunities here in Asuncion. My family and I live in the interior but due to my 18 month old having possible allergies to the dust there, we need to make the move to the capital. Do any of you know of ...

lacanadiense

Hi Ryan, I think you also posted something on FB a few weeks ago, on the English Teaching Jobs page. "A job in Asunci贸n" for a Spanish-speaking American is a bit vague. Could you tell us a bit more about your qualifications? Or what lines of ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
Julien

5 good reasons for living in Paraguay by Julien

Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Paraguay, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien

lacanadiense

My very "personal" five reasons: 1. Warm + open people 2. Sub-tropical climate 3. Children-friendly environment 4. "Tranquilo" attitude 5. Construction costs Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago
Julien

Expat blog gatherings in Paraguay by Julien

Hi all! What about meeting the other Paraguay 大咖福利影院 members in real life? Organizing an 大咖福利影院 meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An 大咖福利影院 meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...

lacanadiense

Hi Interactboy / Carlos, Just for your information, there are weekly meetings of expats or people wanting to practise their English at Il Mangiare (Manzana T) on Sundays at 12:00 (totalparaguay.com), there are also monthly meetings of expats ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
13 years ago

Hotel Accomodation in Asuncion

It is a beautiful place, just not very central... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
johnbarley

golpe de estado by johnbarley

How is it affecting things in Paraguay?

lacanadiense

Correct me if I'm wrong, but wasn't the original question: "How is it affecting things in Paraguay?" Well I'll answer that first: Life, in general, is pretty much the same. People go to work, shopping, eat in restaurants, go to the cinema, etc. ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Visiting Iguazu Falls from Cuidad del Este by Gabtar

After putting off visiting Iguazu Falls in Brazil because of visa issues I decided to use the visa I obtained to visit Bonito to finally visit the falls as a daytrip from Cuidad del Este. The short version - I didn't need to wait. I took a taxi ...

lacanadiense

Yes I did go with my own private car, PY registered. I needed a Visa and upon applying I had presented my car registration number (copy). But at the border they just ask for your license plate number, that's it. riends of mine also went by car, a ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Visiting Iguazu Falls from Cuidad del Este by Gabtar

After putting off visiting Iguazu Falls in Brazil because of visa issues I decided to use the visa I obtained to visit Bonito to finally visit the falls as a daytrip from Cuidad del Este. The short version - I didn't need to wait. I took a taxi ...

lacanadiense

If on the back of your PY ID it says that you have another nationality, then yes. Mine says: "nacionalidad: canadiense". The super correct thing is to show ID and get your passport stamped. Actually, your ID gets scanned. Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Visiting Iguazu Falls from Cuidad del Este by Gabtar

After putting off visiting Iguazu Falls in Brazil because of visa issues I decided to use the visa I obtained to visit Bonito to finally visit the falls as a daytrip from Cuidad del Este. The short version - I didn't need to wait. I took a taxi ...

lacanadiense

Hello everybody, I have been to the falls (both Brazilian + Argentinian) a few times, both legally and illegally, without knowing it! Technically seen, you DO have to stop at the immigration points on both sides! This "free zone" does not apply ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
asantander

Legalization of Documents and Visas by asantander

[justify]I have received a number of enquiries expressing confusion regarding the legalization of documents before arriving in Paraguay. I hope to clear some of the confusion and admit this is not fully inclusive of the many issues that can ...

lacanadiense

Thanks asantander! I have already gone through this process and I can confirm that all documents required must be legalised in the country of emission. I am Canadian but was living in Germany at the time, so my birth certificate and university ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Obtaining a Brazilian tourist visa in Asuncion by Gabtar

I just went through the process of obtaining a tourist visa for Brazil here in Asuncion, and I thought I would share it so that it will be easier for anyone else. The Brazilian Consulate is in Av Mariscal Estigarribia, near General Aquino, about 3 ...

lacanadiense

Hi Bombero911az Yes indeed this it the visa request form that you fill in and send via internet. Then you print out a "protocol", basically a visa request form number that you present at the consulate. Thanks for the link! Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Obtaining a Brazilian tourist visa in Asuncion by Gabtar

I just went through the process of obtaining a tourist visa for Brazil here in Asuncion, and I thought I would share it so that it will be easier for anyone else. The Brazilian Consulate is in Av Mariscal Estigarribia, near General Aquino, about 3 ...

lacanadiense

Well, 10 minutes is not that much! When I went to pick up my passport with visa, I had to wait over 1 1/2 hour! I don't know why, but on that day the place was full of people who needed legalisations! On the other days, I only had to wait 10 ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Obtaining a Brazilian tourist visa in Asuncion by Gabtar

I just went through the process of obtaining a tourist visa for Brazil here in Asuncion, and I thought I would share it so that it will be easier for anyone else. The Brazilian Consulate is in Av Mariscal Estigarribia, near General Aquino, about 3 ...

lacanadiense

Hello gabtar and bombero, I'm so sorry, but I can't find that little paper anymore. However, it was the address that they give you on that paper with the information about what documents are necessary to obtain the visa. Do you still have it ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Gabtar

Obtaining a Brazilian tourist visa in Asuncion by Gabtar

I just went through the process of obtaining a tourist visa for Brazil here in Asuncion, and I thought I would share it so that it will be easier for anyone else. The Brazilian Consulate is in Av Mariscal Estigarribia, near General Aquino, about 3 ...

lacanadiense

I also went through this process a few months ago. However, the visa fee was higher for me, 325 000 guaranies. I believe it depends on your country of origin. It is all related to how much Brazilians have to pay for their tourist visa to visit ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
14 years ago
Jfinestra

DOLLAR BILLS NOT ACCEPTABLE IN PARAGUAY by Jfinestra

According to the Central Bank of Paraguay, the following bills are not in use: US$ 100.oo Bills: Series: C,B,D.

lacanadiense

Regarding the daily limit for withdrawals, not only at the Shopping del Sol, but at all ATMs, normally, you should be able to withdraw 2 x one and a half million guaranies. They all belong to the same network: Infonet. And it is correct, that at ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
15 years ago
barrister_py

Residence permit / paper work and documents by barrister_py

For the process, it is basically as follow: - first go to a bank an open a bank account with at least 5,000 USD. this would help you prove you have sufficient funds on your application for residency. I recommend you Banco Vision for a saving ...

lacanadiense

How about: www.migraciones.gov.py Then check the section applying to you, for example: "conyugues e hijos de connacionales" Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
15 years ago

What is everyone doing here?

Hi there, PY chose me because my husband is Paraguayan and the language, well I already spoke it before meeting my husband, since I studies languages. Guarani is also on my list, but it's really difficult. My kids are picking it up quite fast ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
15 years ago
barrister_py

Residence permit / paper work and documents by barrister_py

For the process, it is basically as follow: - first go to a bank an open a bank account with at least 5,000 USD. this would help you prove you have sufficient funds on your application for residency. I recommend you Banco Vision for a saving ...

lacanadiense

Hi Diego2011, I'm Canadian and my husband is Paraguayan. We went through the whole process at the end of last year. The only BIG difference, is that we got married in Germany. So yes, we had to get everything legalised by the embassy first and ... Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
15 years ago
Lonnie M

Expat After Office in Asuncion by Lonnie M

Hi Everyone, Happy New Year! Just moved to Asuncion - My furniture is arriving today however thought it would be cool to get the Expat community here involved in an after office event - Kind of like a meet and greet. We could do the meeting 2 ...

lacanadiense

Hi Lonnie, I've been living here for about 6 months. What happened to your meet+greet idea? Any responses? Are there any meetings organised? It would be interesting to know. Julie Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense replied to a thread
16 years ago

Need a house

Hi Old Soldier, You said you were looking for a house close to a beach. You do know that Paraguay does not have any coastline... Do you mean a house near a lake or river? lacanadiense Read More

lacanadiense
lacanadiense joined Paraguay expat community
16 years ago