Nico Truter
@Nic'oPY
South African expat in Paraguay
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About me
South African
Lives in Asuncion
Speaks Afrikaans, English, Spanish, German
Registration: 27 April 2010
Driving in Paraguay by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Paraguay? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Lol, I must say I think you pretty much nailed it.Except for the Alcohol limit one, I didn't get that one, legal alcohol limit in PY for drivers is 0.0 , like in ZERO.BUT for the rest, you really nailed it. Kudos! Read More
Need an attorney (Abagado) in Paraguay to handle citizenship process. by corinne75229
Need an attorney (Abagado) in Paraguay to handle citizenship process. This is my first time on this type of format on the internet, so I don't know if I am doing this post appropriately. Please let me know if I should ask questions in another ...
Why...? Maybe its different from country to country but I've been living now for almost 20 years here in PY and I want to see the day SA trying to TAX me $1! Its a pain (and COST) enough to get my ID AND passport renewed... As for getting ... Read More
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
Having a farm and let someone else manage it is very common here in PY. Also depends on what kind of farming you're thinking about... Read More
Criteria for acquiring PY citizenship by ThaiFood
I was always under the impression that their was no requirement of minimum time from permanent residency to PY citizenship except completing three yrs of permanent residency. A law firm of PY told me today that to get citizenship apart from many ...
as far as I have it, "right." Read More
farm/land investment by skynet21
I'm interested in investing in productive farmland or a ranch, but not running it on a daily basis. Is it possible to either lease the land for a decent rental return, or hire an operating company to manage the land and take a percent of the ...
...but you can make a quite nice living of 500ha in the chaco too...It's just it isn't for everybody. Read More
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
I would be a Idiot if I should list my 5 best reasons. For what? so that only more foreigners should come and kill this paradise? :D You crazy or what? :cool: I live in Paradise, that's my 1 and only reason. Read More
NEED ADVICE.Where to Vacation in Southen Brazil close to the ocean? by Nic'oPY
Hello, and yes I know this forum is principally for people that wishes to move from 1 country to another. I hope I not testing the patience's of the moderators with this post too much.^^ So... I'm from the Paraguayan-side of this forum trying to ...
Thx, have already been doing so for a while now, I just hope with this post someone would come and say "but I've stayed there or there" and it was "so and so"... Read More
NEED ADVICE.Where to Vacation in Southen Brazil close to the ocean? by Nic'oPY
Hello, and yes I know this forum is principally for people that wishes to move from 1 country to another. I hope I not testing the patience's of the moderators with this post too much.^^ So... I'm from the Paraguayan-side of this forum trying to ...
Hi Sir, yes I've heard Florianópolis is quite spectacular too, but that's precisely the kind of place I want to try to avoid. Again, we want peace, we don't need to run around seeing 1000 kind of different stuff per day, although the night life of ... Read More
NEED ADVICE.Where to Vacation in Southen Brazil close to the ocean?
Hello, and yes I know this forum is principally for people that wishes to move from 1 country to another. I hope I not testing the patience's of the moderators with this post too much.^^ So... I'm from the Paraguayan-side of this forum trying to ... Read More
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 ...
Try "Banco de Fomento". They and Banco Atlas as far as I know are the only ones that opens bank accounts for foreigners with only a passport for obtaining your permanent residence. Read More
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.
As far as I have it as long as they are not from the series "CB, B2, AB or DF" and not damaged in anyway, you should not have any problems with them. Read More
Which bank opens accounts with passport by 3lckr
So far, I've been unsuccessful in finding a bank that would open an account where I can deposit initial $5K or other amount so that later present it to the immigration. Any recent experiences? Thank you!
https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=75898 Read More
farm/land investment by skynet21
I'm interested in investing in productive farmland or a ranch, but not running it on a daily basis. Is it possible to either lease the land for a decent rental return, or hire an operating company to manage the land and take a percent of the ...
I suggest you come and take a look at Paraguay, SPECIFICITY the Chaco part before you start thinking/asking for whatever.The Chaco isn't for people that want to retire to a peaceful retirement and play around. The Chaco is FOR People with HAIR ON ... Read More
farm/land investment by skynet21
I'm interested in investing in productive farmland or a ranch, but not running it on a daily basis. Is it possible to either lease the land for a decent rental return, or hire an operating company to manage the land and take a percent of the ...
Hello Sir Sorry but your post leaves too much "open" so as for me to be able to give you a good response. Sure you can lease land for planting, costs, I have no idea. As for cattle farming, cattle farming isn't exactly a 3-6 month thing to do, ... Read More
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 ...
Moving to the city isn't going to solve your dust problem here in PY... and here in Asuncion you breath smog on-top of the dust too, also because its a piece of earth covered with tar and concrete basically the "local" temperature is also much worse ... Read More
question for person who has permanent resident card by travel1000
I have a question toward permanent card itself. It is not question of cedula. Is the person's nationality or/and passport number on permanent resident card? or is only country of birth on the card like US green card ?Is card valid for indefinite ...
oh and that card is now valid for life, used to be that it was only valid for 10 years but last I heard its permanent now, no expiry date for it anymore. Read More
question for person who has permanent resident card by travel1000
I have a question toward permanent card itself. It is not question of cedula. Is the person's nationality or/and passport number on permanent resident card? or is only country of birth on the card like US green card ?Is card valid for indefinite ...
If you mean by permanent card the ADMISION PERMANENTE card which you need to get before you can get your cedula then my answer is that on mine only my nationality and place of birth is on it, no passport nr.It has its own ID's nr's on it but my ... Read More
Driving license in Paraguay by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Paraguay? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Paraguay? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Just adding to my last post, expat or not, if you go to the Asuncion Municipality for a driver's license you're gonna do a drivers test either way.I do not know of any other municipality that requires the same, though I'm writing here under ... Read More
Driving license in Paraguay by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Paraguay? What are the formalities to get a drivers licence in Paraguay? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Hello. This topic is totally new to me, never saw it somehow. OK, as far as I know ANY driver license form wherever as long as it was made into a International Driver License before leaving that country is at-least valid for 6 months here in PY. ... Read More
Shipping a car down from Canada... worth it? by FreeRangeJoel
I'm sure that this has been answered in the past somewhere, but I thought I'd ask this question anyway... Is is worth having our car shipped down from Canada? Or should we sell it and pick up a new one in PY? Ours is a mid-sized sedan (Mitsubishi ...
Besides being 12 years old and like Jfinestra already said, its not allowed to import cars older than 10 years anymore the first thing that always comes to my mind is spare-parts. Not sure if I've ever seen you're kind of vehicle down here, though ... Read More
Height and clothing selection
I stand 1,90m tall and I only always have problems with shoes, with clothing non-what-so-ever. Read More
golpe de estado by johnbarley
How is it affecting things in Paraguay?
Of course one can and should! This hole impeachment was one big joke, even if the constitution may allow something like that. Thats why the world has only ever laughed about Py and will only keep on doing so... (maybe for the better) Read More
golpe de estado by johnbarley
How is it affecting things in Paraguay?
...and we all know that they only impeached him because it was good for "their" business, otherwise they wouldn't have cared a f******. They only get richer and the people only get f***** no matter which way this turns out... my 2 cents. Read More
What type of apartment can I find for $100 - $250 USD around asuncion? by stevewoods
It doesn't have to be huge and luxurious, it can be small, but clean and in a safe area.
www.clasipar.com Use google translator if all else fails. Read More
Building materials by cheshire
Looking to build our own house in Luque where we have land. We're planning construction at the moment but are finding it difficult to find people who are willing to give actual prices of materials....specifically, cement, bricks, timbers for ...
Not that its the same as what you're doing, but "if only" to show what one can do in Paraguay, Fellow countryman of mine. http://www.bestpisos.com.py/ Read More
vehicle registration
Hi. Not very sure here, the lawyers that's sometimes around here should know more, but besides you having to go to a customs agent which you'll need to import your bike into Py, I don't see any other big problems. Customs imply police check on it, ... Read More
No insurance for shipping to PY , refusal from Postal services
Guess "low volume" may be the official cause, though what would I know, but it sounds very plausible. As for shipping advice, I have no REAL advice, I can only suggest that you maybe contact Servimex. But let me be clear on this, I have never had ... Read More
Building materials by cheshire
Looking to build our own house in Luque where we have land. We're planning construction at the moment but are finding it difficult to find people who are willing to give actual prices of materials....specifically, cement, bricks, timbers for ...
Just visited you're site. Very nice woodworking there.No I correct myself, damn nice woodworking! :D Good luck with you're house building. Read More
No insurance for shipping to PY , refusal from Postal services
Taking a wild guess here, but maybe its because the moment any post or packages enter Paraguay, insured or not insured doesn't mean anything.If they want to open it to see if there's anything of value in it for them, they simply do it. At the moment ... Read More
Building materials by cheshire
Looking to build our own house in Luque where we have land. We're planning construction at the moment but are finding it difficult to find people who are willing to give actual prices of materials....specifically, cement, bricks, timbers for ...
Hello. Cement is differently something that speculated a lot with here.As it is Paraguayan cement factory's are working at 100% out-put since Idk when, but are still unable to satisfy the local market 100%. Just one crusher or one mixer goes ... Read More
Storage Facilities by Gabtar
My current plan is to live in Asuncion in a rented apartment for up to 6 months a year and in Australia the other 6 months. I have already acquired a small amount of furniture and other stuff that I will have to leave behind when I leave. I also ...
I am not sure now but I think that maybe Servimex could be there of assistance, though I doubt it would be cheap if they should offer something like that. Read More
Changes To citizenship Requirement by asantander
In the course of my enquiries at Migraciones, I have been informed that the date used to calculate when you may apply for citizenship has been changed. Previously it was commenced from the day you received residency. It has now been changed so that ...
I helped late last year a fellow South African that came back with a "cedula" that was issued back in 1984. Told the local police station a nice story about she living with us and "donating" something was no problem...(so as to obtain that Vida y ... Read More
Don Gerado Apartments by muffiemae
Is anyone familiar with this place? The place looks great from their web site, and they advertise a monthly rate as well....$500 for one person. HOWEVER, they do NOT reply to emails, which makes me a little leery. So I'm just wondering if anyone is ...
how much would be the "long term" rent for a furnished OR unfurnished house with a swimming pool and parking space in Villa Morra near HSBC bank? how are the cars priced in Asuncion? I am already a permanent resident. Now i plan to live there full ... Read More
Living in Paraguay by Kraig
I'm returning from an absence here. I hope I'm still welcome. I want to know about living in Paraguay. Does one need citizenship or are permanent visas an option? If citizenship followed by a (temporary?) visa is required, how long for the visa, and ...
However, with the next President, I think things may improve.Hell, didn't want to respond but now you made me.If its your opinion that the biggest drug smuggler in PY (so say all my Paraguayan friends to me...) is gonna improve things when he's got ... Read More
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 ...
University degree isn't a requierment. Only if you have one and you want it regonized here in PY... ...and sadly that "bank account" with the $5000 is again a requierment... Read More
Drivers license by redwingpy
Can I just use my US drivers license to operate a car here in PY? Going to a municipalidad is such a pain in the butt.
ID doc. of yourself I suppose would sufice. Where to go, to the Rotary offices on Cero Cora and Brazil ofcourse if you wanna do it that way. Otherwise go do Col. Indepedencia and do it like I said in the post above. Read More
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 ...
Hello World Traveller. You're story just sounds like a normal day in PY to me if you should ask. I have never met Alice Neufeld, but like I said, by what you write it just sounds like a normal PY story\day for me. If you should be interested in what ... Read More
Map of Limpio
Maybe get something that´s 15-20 years old at the military office on Artigas just before you´re about to enter Espana. The Military Map Office I mean... Or you could buy (or even pirate) the Sat. GPS system ¨Garmin¨ and have the hole PY map ... Read More
Is Paraguay a dangerous place to live in? by Cecilia5
Dear forum members, I have been offered a very interesting post as a teacher in Filadelfia (el Chaco)via the Ministery of Foreign Affairs. The job seems fantastic: - nice, respectful students - very well paid But... I am quite afraid about ...
Hello Cecilia Listen, if you can take heat, 35`40'C and a north wind you'll only understand when you feel it yourself, THEN GO! A better place/community to bring up your daughter in this world of us you have to go and search far for... (and I'm not ... Read More
Fiber Optic Internet Connection / Small or Shared Office Space
Hello http://www.speedtest.net/result/1431767907.png Thats what I just measured.After 8pm I should have 2 MBytes download speed.I pay $33 per month. You can check out Copaco's (the National Telephone provider) prices ... Read More
Changing Money by 9thWave
How does someone change money from Euros to Guarani when they first arrive at the Asuncion airport? I assume there is some type of money changer at the airport. Is it a machine or a person? What do I look for / what is it called? I'd imagine ...
Especially on Palma walking the side-walks you´ll hear every now and then a guy saying the word ¨Cambio¨. They are street money exchagers and its perfectly legal.You´ll almost always get a better exchange rate with them, though BE WARNED, you´ll ... Read More
basic advice for those considering buying property in Paraguay by barrister_py
Hello everyone, I just wanted to post some basic advice for those seeking real estate investing opportunities in Paraguay. First of all, the economic conditions in the country are getting better and better so prices are increasing on year and year ...
This is a article I wrote I don't know how many months ago with the idea as getting it published as a Guide.For some reason it wasn't good enough. @Victoria, sorry but my opinion of you is that your a person that sits in some-kind of first-world ... Read More
Drivers license by redwingpy
Can I just use my US drivers license to operate a car here in PY? Going to a municipalidad is such a pain in the butt.
This thing with driver-licences even has me scratching my head. Close to the city you can get one fairly easily but waiting time it 10-15 days. Have even heard of people that were taken to Villa Elisa where they had to write a "exam" in Spanish ... Read More
Banking Questions
Hi 1) IPS boleta is a national state insurance/pension card. Like most things in Py, in RL things just work differently as it will be stated on paper.So don't put much attention to that one. 2) Don't think so, but only because I've never heard of ... Read More
Immigration: Resident Visa? by 9thWave
Gracias to everyone who posts helpful information on this forum. Someone posted this link to for immigration requirements. [url=http://www.embaparusa.gov.py/visas_english.html]http://www.embaparusa.gov.py/visas_english.html[/url] I downloaded the ...
If there something sure to be said about Paraguay, its that a lot of stuff is said, though its always done in another way. Our very own Presi is again proving that at this very moment. If ignatia said that's the way they got in, then I would expect ... Read More
Immigration: Resident Visa? by 9thWave
Gracias to everyone who posts helpful information on this forum. Someone posted this link to for immigration requirements. [url=http://www.embaparusa.gov.py/visas_english.html]http://www.embaparusa.gov.py/visas_english.html[/url] I downloaded the ...
...and with ignitia's post I remembered my forgotten promise to you 9th... Sorry. Hope her answer is what was needed. Read More
15% growth rate for Paraguay by cheshire
I saw the other day that Paraguay was the second fastest growing economy in the world last year with a gowth rate of just over 15% (IMF figures)....anyone know how is this happening??
It comes down to who's the biggest milk buyer of the milk producer, if its a big milk processing company you many know that their milk will be pretty safe, because they sure as hell doesn't want to lose their biggest client, if the milk producer ... Read More
15% growth rate for Paraguay by cheshire
I saw the other day that Paraguay was the second fastest growing economy in the world last year with a gowth rate of just over 15% (IMF figures)....anyone know how is this happening??
capelo, you are only mentioning problems of "the moment". Concerning the cement problem, I think the Gov. (or-least some sector within) is not very concerned about solving the problem. Come'on man, we both know how things work here, I myself paid ... Read More
least expensive city to live in Paraguay by moore69
I am planning on coming to Paraguay hopefully in a few months and I was wondering where is the least expensive city to live in Paraguay and a place where I can stay in that area pretty cheap
Hi moore69 Besides the middle of the Chaco, take your pick, though I guess in city's like Encanacion, Cuidad del Este, Villa Rica and so on... rent will be cheaper than here in the Capital city Asuncion and areas around it. Read More
15% growth rate for Paraguay by cheshire
I saw the other day that Paraguay was the second fastest growing economy in the world last year with a gowth rate of just over 15% (IMF figures)....anyone know how is this happening??
my 2 cents This was explained\told to me upon asking someone. Another thing that came to be when Lugo came to power, his economic-strongman (Ministro Borda) lowered the Interest rates. What did all the super-rich do... They simply saw taking their ... Read More
Health care in Paraguay by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
melusine84 oh man, reading that brought back some memories of a personal experience I lived through about 1 1\2 years ago that I 100% hope never to live through again... I do not think its possible to explain to anyone that has never gone through ... Read More
What is everyone doing here?
Saw your post yesterday, but sorry, was just a bit too lazy to answer right away. :lol: Why did I pick Py... I didn't, I was a minor and it was my Dad that decided Py it was gonna be, and I will thank him till the day I die for having brought me ... Read More
Health care in Paraguay by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
@redwingpy, firstly hello. Secondly, if possible go and make yourself and wife members of Coop. Lambare. They have some sort of deal with Promed.(Which I know isn't the best medical Insurance)But the money I've saved because of that "deal" is ... Read More
Banking in Paraguay by Yud
Hello dear members, Can you recommend some financial institutions i.e. Commercial Banks in Paraguay? [b]What about their facilities they offer?[/b] For example: [i][Internet Banking, Credit Facilities, ATM's machine availability throughout the ...
One thing I forgot to mention that ¨may-be¨ important is that as far as concerning receiving money here, locals or the one´s that sends money from abroad (Argentina and Europe as far as my experience goes) prefer a transfer system/bank called ... Read More
Banking in Paraguay by Yud
Hello dear members, Can you recommend some financial institutions i.e. Commercial Banks in Paraguay? [b]What about their facilities they offer?[/b] For example: [i][Internet Banking, Credit Facilities, ATM's machine availability throughout the ...
As long as you pay their tariffs they work damn fine down here. :lol: Read More
Don Gerado Apartments by muffiemae
Is anyone familiar with this place? The place looks great from their web site, and they advertise a monthly rate as well....$500 for one person. HOWEVER, they do NOT reply to emails, which makes me a little leery. So I'm just wondering if anyone is ...
...:rolleyes:... july... better make that a wine plz, only used to beer after 8pm and when the temp. is still above 28`C :cool: Read More
Don Gerado Apartments by muffiemae
Is anyone familiar with this place? The place looks great from their web site, and they advertise a monthly rate as well....$500 for one person. HOWEVER, they do NOT reply to emails, which makes me a little leery. So I'm just wondering if anyone is ...
No problem, I only charge a bottle of beer per call upon your arrival. :cool: Ask majbjb :lol: Anyway... She had a nice voice on her, if you're single and she too, it might be worth a third, fourth or even a fifth try :D Good luck which ever way. ... Read More
Don Gerado Apartments by muffiemae
Is anyone familiar with this place? The place looks great from their web site, and they advertise a monthly rate as well....$500 for one person. HOWEVER, they do NOT reply to emails, which makes me a little leery. So I'm just wondering if anyone is ...
Never heard of it. But... I just gave it a call :D Was answered : "Good Evening, Don Gerardo Apart Hotel." I said hello and asked if they were legit. :D Long story short, in the end it was with the Mistress (Owner) herself I talked to... ... Read More
Moving to Paraguay in 3 months
Hi keith The only suggestion I can give you concerning hotels at least is make a lot of CV's and foot-work.Try to work you're way through them all. On-line help is maybe Manpower and Jobs, the 2 most famous human-resource business I know of.More ... Read More
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 ...
No idea there, but I do know from previous experiences that "assuming" sometimes gets quite expensive with papers that have be sent back to country of origin via DHL to friends/family who will be prepared to do what you "assumed" wasn't necessary. Read More
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 ...
Not sure, but I think if you're married and you can provide a marriage certificate upon applying there will be no problem. Send me a PM on Tuesday and I call Immegraciones and ask. Read More
thinking of moving to paraguay.. can u help? by tommieboy999
im an american citizen but currently living in the philippines because my retirement is just 1000.00 usd per month. id like to know if 1000 dollars is enough to live there. im alone and dont cook much. also, do i need to renew my visa every 2 months ...
That may be so, but still people $1000 US is today G4.000.000. If one lives on one owns property and the need for a flashy life does not exists, then G4 Million is still gonna go a long way here, and even more the further away one lives from the ... Read More
thinking of moving to paraguay.. can u help? by tommieboy999
im an american citizen but currently living in the philippines because my retirement is just 1000.00 usd per month. id like to know if 1000 dollars is enough to live there. im alone and dont cook much. also, do i need to renew my visa every 2 months ...
You must just not forget one thing, English is not spoken wildly here. Read More
thinking of moving to paraguay.. can u help? by tommieboy999
im an american citizen but currently living in the philippines because my retirement is just 1000.00 usd per month. id like to know if 1000 dollars is enough to live there. im alone and dont cook much. also, do i need to renew my visa every 2 months ...
tommieboy999 With $1000 per month you'll be able to live like a King here PERMITTING you live on property that you own. The moment you start paying rent, it all depends on what's you're rent gonna be. About your Visa, here you get a 3 months visa, ... Read More
Starting a business in Paraguay by Pman
I have no concrete plans, this is just out of interest. How hard is it to start a business in Paraguay (lots of bureaucracy, paperwork?)? -I guess you have to register at the Camber of Comererce, but what else do you need to oficially do? -When ...
Ministry of Health is only needed when you make products that you then sell to a second party and they then sell it to the public, if you sell directly only to the public they are not needed, believe me, we made that fault in the beginning too. Read More
Starting a business in Paraguay by Pman
I have no concrete plans, this is just out of interest. How hard is it to start a business in Paraguay (lots of bureaucracy, paperwork?)? -I guess you have to register at the Camber of Comererce, but what else do you need to oficially do? -When ...
Sorry, I omitted one thing. We did apply for a "patente" with the municipality 5 years ago. In theory one can't open your shop\business without a "patente"\permission form them, but like we're living proof of... Not having a "patente" means I ... Read More
Banking in Paraguay by Yud
Hello dear members, Can you recommend some financial institutions i.e. Commercial Banks in Paraguay? [b]What about their facilities they offer?[/b] For example: [i][Internet Banking, Credit Facilities, ATM's machine availability throughout the ...
That $5000 is no longer obligatory, anything from $100 goes, but of course the more you can show, the faster you're application will go through... Banks that I've been told of that will open accounts for Expats is Banco de Fomento and Financiara ... Read More
Starting a business in Paraguay by Pman
I have no concrete plans, this is just out of interest. How hard is it to start a business in Paraguay (lots of bureaucracy, paperwork?)? -I guess you have to register at the Camber of Comererce, but what else do you need to oficially do? -When ...
Depends mostly on where and what you wanna do. If you want to start something within Asuncion self it may give you a headache faster than you hoped for. Wife and I have a small cake-shop that's unfortunately in Asuncion. Even for a small business ... Read More
Health care in Paraguay by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
Just to put the record straight. I've written with majbjb privately and he acknowledged that he got a bit confused with the "complicated trail travelled by my father-in-law father during his last year." Guess his wife is still trying to explain it ... Read More
Shopping in Paraguay by Yud
Hello dear members, I guess this could be an interesting topic. I invite all members in Paraguay (both locals & expats) to share their daily/weekly/monthly experience about shopping. [i]You may also include some shopping tips/suggestions[/i]! So ...
Sorry Capelo but I take it you mean the Co-op supermarket. Chortizer is on Artigas. :D But you are def. right.The one on Espana has THE BEST meat.I also by my charcoal there. (and here I sat and didn't know what to write about shopping...) To the ... Read More
Health care in Paraguay by Yud
Hello everyone, One among the various issue that many expatriates usually raise is [i]Health Care[/i]. So, I think it would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about [u]Health[/u]. > So, can you please list some of the private ...
*Never had any and not planning on getting some soon. In my opinion it's just one more legal scam here in PY, except for the Mennonites Med. Insurance, but then you must almost be one of them to qualify for it or at least live among them... A ... Read More
Telecommunications in Paraguay by Yud
Hello dear Members, Can you please list some of the main [b]Internet Service providers[/b] in Paraguay? You may also include the cost related to their Internet subscription. Another issue related to the telecommunication topic, is [b]mobile ...
Of course all of those mentioned above offer i-net services too.Either by 3G or over Antennae with a receiver (not sure which system they use there) My i-net service provider in the state owned COPACO with whom I have a land line connection. 512Kb ... Read More
Exiting Paraguay While Awaiting Approval of Cedula Application by majbjb
Does anyone know if it's permissable to leave/exit the country while your waiting for your cedula application to be approved, or does it somehow invalidate the application? Thanks!
As of 30 March 2011 you no longer need the "certificado de retorno."Now THAT is what I call GREAT NEWS. Read More
Quiet hostel(s) in Asuncion?
The Black Cat Hostel!!?? :o Even I had to google that one, never heard of it, and yes, reviews given is quite positive. Hope you find what you seek in whichever hotel\hostel you should decide to stay. Read More
Quiet hostel(s) in Asuncion?
Hi muffiemae Not sure that "Hostels" as we know it exists in Py, but I maybe wrong, like I said ;not sure. A very good Hotel that isn't "too" expensive (I would venture to say) and where you'll almost certainly meet foreigners is Hotel Portal del ... Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
How many times are I still gonna have to say it??? That $5000 is not required ANYMORE! Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
Hi roav No, the Carnet is your Permanent Residency Card which also allows you to work here. About how long it takes to get the cedula... difficult to say, though I've heard these days its taking much less time than when I did mine 3 years ago -I ... Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
Yes Jfinestra that is true like you say, but I meant with my case is that I was living in PY for long after my entry-visa expired... Showing only your passport to the police 1,3, or 5 years after your entered Paraguay without any other ... Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
That certainly is the truth, though to my shame or not I can say that I lived in Paraguay for the first 12 years without a Cedula. Had my Carnet and as PY law only states one must be able to ID oneself when asked by Police they couldn't do anything ... Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
Hi Sir sorry, but I must correct you too :D First comes your Carnet (for which you need either money in a back or some property) and then with your Carnet you may apply for your Cedula. Saying this again, as far as I know, the only two banks that ... Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
my 2 cents @asantander Been reading your posting for a while now and you really give very good\sound advice, but 1 thing isn't correct any more, and that's that one MUST deposit $5000 so as to be able to obtain residency. Minim I was told in ... Read More
those of you with spouses with a different mother tongue.. by ECS
whose language do you speak on a daily basis? Yours? Theirs? A third language entirely? Can you speak each other's languages?
Born South African, mother tongue Afrikaans. Married a Paraguayan born but from German decent Girl and we speak German. She only speaks a few words of Afrikaans (lack of practise the main problem) but unfortunately :D talking about her in front of ... Read More
used machinery into paraguay
Hope my 2 cents aren't too late. sirscallop, as far I could find out, IF you should bring used machinery in a container there wouldn't be much trouble, not sure about how they will tax it but if your shipping-agent this side is a good one they ... Read More
Multiple Entry Visa Changes by Zollie
It came time to make my quick trip to renew my Multiple Entry Visa today, and I was in for a big surprise. I crossed the bridge from Asuncion and went to Argentina, ate lunch, and headed back. When I got to Immigration for Paraguay, there was a big ...
Zollie, most certainly true about almost everything imported costing the same or more expensive - at least here in Asuncion- but do try to go to Cuidad del Este and compare prices there. Haven't been there in the last 4 years and its solely because ... Read More
experience with private health insurance? by wilf1
Has anyone got experience with private health insurance? Are there any? What clinics do they cover? Is dental care included? I've lived in Argentina before, all health services are free just like in Wales, but you have to pay the dentist ...
Hi wilf1 sorry for taking so long to respond but I was waiting for some info before responding which I now have. To be truly 100% honest the only Med. Insurance in Py which I know of that's worth it is the Mennonite's own Med. Insurance, but fat ... Read More
American Owned Businesses in Paraguay by Rick123
Hi, Does anyone here have any info on wealthy business owners in the cattle, forestry or real estate businesses? I'm dating a Paraguayan girl here in the US, that is telling me of all the money that's being made done there in forestry, cattle and ...
Now I feel the need to elaborate on one of my opinions. Your girlfriend. I am not saying stay away from Paraguayan woman. I personally know of mixed marriages here that's the true thing but the same goes for instances that the complete opposite was ... Read More
American Owned Businesses in Paraguay by Rick123
Hi, Does anyone here have any info on wealthy business owners in the cattle, forestry or real estate businesses? I'm dating a Paraguayan girl here in the US, that is telling me of all the money that's being made done there in forestry, cattle and ...
Oh man... Rick, I stand by me opinion, either your trying to con someone, or just plain crazy :D and the same goes for that girlfriend of yours. $15.00 per Hectare??? :thanks: Do you really think land would still be that cheap and so much money ... Read More
American Owned Businesses in Paraguay by Rick123
Hi, Does anyone here have any info on wealthy business owners in the cattle, forestry or real estate businesses? I'm dating a Paraguayan girl here in the US, that is telling me of all the money that's being made done there in forestry, cattle and ...
majbjb, you've just said all and much more that I've just wanted to say. But really Rick, are you trying to con someone or just plain crazy? Going here open on the i-net saying you have $1 million to invest...That's like the surest way to get just ... Read More
South Africans living in Paraguay
At last time to write again. Hi Vrystaatblommetije.Welcome.Like I said in my quick PM to you last week to you, big community maybe we were, but alas, PY wasn't the land of honey that most South Africans made it out to be.Few are left these days, and ... Read More
spanish schools
Hi roav Low cost schools sure are available here, its only a question of how low you wanna go. I do not have any children so I have no experience in Py school systems.Hopefully someone else here would be able to provide more info. As for furnished ... Read More
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 ...
majbjb, DHL, DHL! :D Reminds me of when my Sister was living in England and she sent my wife a birthday card, on the outside she decorated it with little stickers and wrote in Spanish "happy birthday" all over the thing.Inside was a birthday card ... Read More
Exiting Paraguay While Awaiting Approval of Cedula Application by majbjb
Does anyone know if it's permissable to leave/exit the country while your waiting for your cedula application to be approved, or does it somehow invalidate the application? Thanks!
Point is, this "certificado de retorno" is only one more way the Gov. can take a buck from you, nothing more, becuase you only need it when leave the country as a immigrant with permanent residence here in Py.If you come and go within the time of ... Read More
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 ...
OK people, did a bit of finger pressing on the telephone this morning and also walked to the 2 closest bank branches to me. But first, your first Paraguayan lesson; This info is gonna cost you all $100 each :D so just let me know when you come and ... Read More
Exiting Paraguay While Awaiting Approval of Cedula Application by majbjb
Does anyone know if it's permissable to leave/exit the country while your waiting for your cedula application to be approved, or does it somehow invalidate the application? Thanks!
hagerman100, so true about that damn "certificado de retorno" but you may also leave and return with no hassle once you have that "contra-sena" (piece of paper proving you've applied for it) using that slip as prove on the airport. greetings Read More
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 ...
oh man, this is news to my.You either have to have a bank account with at least something in it ( the more the better, in the past it was min. $5000 US, but for some reason they've changed it to "at least something...") or the equivalent in ... Read More