Published: 02.11.2026
Paraguay’s Migration Directorate granted 41,938 residence permits in the first eight months of 2026, exceeding the total for 2025. The permits included 33,442 temporary and 8,496 permanent residencies; temporary residence is generally a mandatory step before permanent status.
According to sources, residency processing in Paraguay continues to expand rapidly, while the standard route for most foreigners remains two-stage: temporary residence for up to two years followed by permanent status. People planning a move should therefore account for the full immigration timeline and prepare for the later permanent-residency application in advance. The development is especially relevant to entrepreneurs, students, workers, and families considering long-term residence in Paraguay. It is worth monitoring because the sharp increase in applications may affect practical processing times.