Brazilians and Argentines lead residency in Paraguay

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Paraguay hits a record 47,687 residency applications in 2025, led by Brazilians, Argentines and Europeans, as it modernises its migration system.

The National Directorate of Migration recorded a record number of residency applications in 2025, with a strong presence of Brazilians, Argentines and Europeans and a 63% jump.

Paraguay closed 2025 with a historic record for residency applications. According to the National Directorate of Migration, 47,687 applications were filed, representing growth of more than 63% compared with the previous year. The head of the institution, Jorge Kronawetter, presented these figures at a press conference and stressed that the increase consolidates an upward trend in the arrival of foreigners who choose the country as a place of residence.

Of the total applications, 34,875 corresponded to temporary residence permits, which are the initial step before obtaining permanent residence. Kronawetter explained that people who enter the country and submit the required documentation are first admitted under this transitional regime. He pointed out that, if they wish, after two years they may request an extension for an additional two-year period. This framework allows the migration authority to assess the activities they carry out and how they contribute to the country before deciding on permanent residence.