Paraguay Rentista / Pensioner Visa

Residencia Rentista / Jubilado

Designed for retirees and those with stable passive income. Demonstrates financial sustainability without employment.

Total Cost

$1,500-2,000

Timeline

2-3 months

Requirements

3 items

Citizenship Path

3+ years

Overview

The Rentista (income-based) or Pensioner (Jubilado) visa is designed for those who can demonstrate stable passive income—typically retirees, pensioners, or those with investment income. This category exists to welcome financially self-sufficient individuals who won't burden the system. Paraguay doesn't have strict income requirements like some countries (no "$1,500/month minimum" like Portugal's D7). The standard temporary residency process works for most people. However, demonstrating regular income can strengthen your application and is conceptually what this visa category covers. In practice, most retirees simply apply for standard temporary residency. If you have regular pension or passive income, this strengthens your application but isn't technically required.

Best For

Retirees with stable pensions
Early retirees with investment income
Those with rental income from abroad
Anyone with passive income streams

Not Ideal For

Those without documented income (standard residency works too)
People still building wealth through active work

Eligibility Requirements

Retirees with pension income
Those with investment/rental income
Anyone with stable passive income
No strict minimum amount (unlike some countries)
Clean criminal record

Required Documents

Proof of pension/income

Pension statements, investment income proof, or similar documentation showing regular income.

Est. Cost

Free

Time to obtain: Already have

Standard residency documents

Same as temporary residency: passport, birth certificate, police clearance.

Est. Cost

$200-300

Time to obtain: 2-8 weeks

Bank statements

Showing consistent income deposits over 6-12 months.

Est. Cost

Free

Time to obtain: Already have

Application Process

Document income sources

1-2 weeks

Gather pension statements, investment account statements, or other proof of passive income.

Prepare standard documents

2-8 weeks

Same as temporary residency—passport, birth certificate (apostilled), police clearance.

Apply for residency

1 day

Standard temporary residency application with income documentation.

Processing

4-8 weeks

Same timeline as standard temporary residency.

Cost Breakdown

Item	Amount	Notes
Lawyer fees	$1,000-1,500	Same as standard residency
Government fees	$150-250	Filing and ID fees
Documents	$200-300	Apostilles, translations
Total Estimated Cost	$1,500-2,000

Benefits & Limitations

Benefits

Same benefits as temporary residency
Income proof strengthens application
No need to seek employment
Retirement-friendly country
Low cost of living stretches pension
Quality private healthcare affordable

Limitations

Same as standard temporary residency
No special pension tax benefits (but 0% foreign income still applies)

Path to Citizenship

Renewal

Same as temporary residency—renew every 2 years until permanent.

Permanent Residency

Same path: 3 years temporary, then permanent.

Citizenship

Same: 6 years total.

Pro Tips

1Social Security, military pensions, and private pensions all qualify
2Investment income (dividends, rental) also works
3No minimum amount required—demonstrate sustainability
4Low Paraguay costs mean modest pensions go far
5Healthcare is affordable—budget $100-200/month private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum pension required?

Unlike some countries, Paraguay doesn't specify a minimum. Demonstrating any regular pension or passive income helps your application. Most pensions that support living in the US/EU support living well in Paraguay.

Is my pension taxed in Paraguay?

Foreign pension income is not taxed in Paraguay under territorial taxation. Your pension remains yours. Your home country may still tax it—check with tax advisor.

Can I work part-time as a retiree?

Remote work for foreign companies is fine with residency. Local employment requires work permit. Most retirees don't need to work given low costs.

How does healthcare work for retirees?

Paraguay has no Medicare equivalent for foreigners. Get private insurance ($80-200/month) or pay out of pocket (costs are low). Quality private hospitals in Asunción.

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