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Residence permit renewal in Paraguay

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Dirección General de Migraciones (General Directorate of Migrations).

Renewing a residence permit in Paraguay typically involves submitting an application with updated personal information and required documentation to the relevant immigration authority. The process aims to verify continued eligibility for residence in the country.

Your timing

It is generally advisable to begin the renewal process several months before the permit's expiration date. This allows ample time to gather all necessary documents, secure appointments if required, and account for potential processing delays by the immigration authorities. Processing times can vary, and submitting well in advance helps prevent a lapse in legal residency status.

Start 120 days ahead

This lead time accounts for potential appointment scheduling, document gathering (including obtaining updated certificates), and the processing time by the Dirección General de Migraciones, which can sometimes extend to several weeks or months.

The process

  1. 1Gather all required documents, ensuring they are current and, if necessary, apostilled or legalized and translated into Spanish by a public translator in Paraguay.
  2. 2Pay the applicable fees at designated financial institutions or through authorized payment methods.
  3. 3Schedule an appointment with the Dirección General de Migraciones (DGM) if required, or prepare to attend during specified office hours.
  4. 4Submit the complete application package, including all forms and supporting documents, to the DGM.
  5. 5Attend any interviews or provide additional information as requested by the DGM.
  6. 6Monitor the application status through the DGM's online portal or by inquiry.
  7. 7Collect the renewed residence permit once approved and issued.

What to bring

  • Original and photocopy of the current residence permit.
  • Original and photocopy of a valid passport, with sufficient validity remaining.
  • Certificate of Life and Residence (Certificado de Vida y Residencia) issued by the local police station.
  • Criminal record certificate from Paraguay (Certificado de Antecedentes Penales de Paraguay) for individuals over 14 years of age.
  • Original and photocopy of the Paraguayan identification card (Cédula de Identidad Civil) if applicable.
  • Proof of payment for the renewal fees.
  • Declaration of commitment to abide by national laws.
  • Any other specific documents required based on the type of residency (e.g., proof of income, marriage certificate, birth certificate for dependents).

Who handles it

Dirección General de Migraciones (General Directorate of Migrations)

https://www.migraciones.gov.py/index.php/tramites/radicaciones/renovacion-de-radicacion

Fees for residence permit renewal are set by the Dirección General de Migraciones and can vary based on the type of residency being renewed. Current fee schedules should be confirmed directly with the DGM or on their official website.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all documents are current and, if originating from outside Paraguay, properly apostilled or legalized and translated by a certified public translator in Paraguay.
  • Be aware of potential processing times, which can be several weeks or months, and apply well in advance of the expiration date.
  • Confirm the exact payment amounts and accepted payment methods, as these can change.
  • Keep copies of all submitted documents and payment receipts for your records.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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