Direct answer: The Investor Pass is not a single lump-sum payment to the government. Applicants must prove one qualifying investment route, obtain the CIE, and then personally file the immigration process with civil-status documents, background checks and fees. The DNM currently publishes Gs. 2,926,925 for permanent residency and Gs. 234,154 for the Certificado de Radicación; translations, apostilles, travel and professional fees are separate costs.
The two approvals that should not be confused
The first track is economic. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC), through SUACE, evaluates the chosen category, the committed amount, the source of funds and the investment documentation. The expected outcome is the Constancia de Inversionista Extranjero (CIE). The second track is migratory: the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (DNM) receives the CIE alongside personal documents and decides on permanent residency.
Resolución MIC 0283/2026 recognizes four profiles. The productive route starts at USD 70,000, requiring a business plan and at least five formal jobs. Tourism starts at USD 150,000. Real estate and financial instruments start at USD 200,000. The official announcement makes clear that the job-creation waiver applies to the asset-based routes under the specific terms of each category.
Document checklist
- Valid ID or passport and proof of regular entry into Paraguay.
- Birth certificate and, where applicable, the spouse's marriage, divorce or death certificate.
- Criminal or police background checks from the country of origin and relevant countries of residence, plus the Paraguayan certificates requested.
- Apostille or legalization and Spanish translation per DNM rules.
- CIE issued by MIC/SUACE and the sworn declaration corresponding to the chosen route.
- Proof of the investment, the lawful origin of funds, and the documents specific to the asset or project.
In-person requirement: the DNM's official page classifies the residency filing as personal and in-person. Preparation and follow-up can involve a representative, but that does not turn the application into a fully remote process.
Official fees versus total budget
| Item | Published amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent residency | Gs. 2,926,925 | Migration fee published by the DNM |
| Certificado de Radicación | Gs. 234,154 | Additional document, when requested |
| Investment | USD 70k / 150k / 200k | Depends on the route; not a government fee |
| Apostilles, translations, notary and travel | Variable | Depends on country, family size and number of documents |
| Professional advisory | Variable | Should be contracted with written scope and price |
A responsible timeline
The confirmed benefit is skipping the prior temporary-residency stage. Official sources do not promise a universal 60- or 120-day deadline to complete the CIE, residency and Cédula. Outstanding documentation, source-of-funds checks, requests for additional documents and administrative availability all affect the schedule. A serious proposal should separate preparation time, CIE processing time and immigration processing time.
Since July 6, 2026, Resolución DNM 407/2026 has also unified the criteria for proving means of subsistence (economic solvency) for permanent residents. This does not replace the investment required for the CIE; it is an additional immigration layer that must be checked against the applicant's personal category.
Frequently asked questions
Can the Investor Pass be completed entirely remotely?
No. The DNM states that the residency application is personal and in-person. Part of the document preparation and follow-up can be organized remotely.
Is there a single official cost of USD 3,000 to 6,000?
No. That kind of range mixes professional fees with variable expenses. Official government fees must be shown separately and confirmed on the day the application is filed.
Does the CIE guarantee residency?
Not automatically. The CIE enables the investor route, but the DNM remains responsible for the immigration review and may request additional documents.
Primary sources
Conditions can change. Always verify the current form and fee before filing or transferring funds.