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Paraguayan Citizenship

Naturalization

Paraguayan Naturalization

Requirements, Documents & Process Overview

In Paraguay, Nationality by Naturalization is a concession granted by the State through the Supreme Court of Justice.

This process allows foreign citizens to obtain Paraguayan nationality once they meet the legal requirements established by the National Constitution.

Our attorney guides you through every stage of the procedure, ensuring an efficient, secure, and personalized process to support your permanent legal establishment in the country.

Legal Requirements for Naturalization (Art. 148 CNP)

To apply for Nationality by Naturalization, the law requires:

Basic Requirements:

Be of legal age.
Have resided for a minimum of three continuous years in Paraguay starting from the date of obtaining permanent residency.
Engage in a profession, trade, science, art, or industry within the country.
Provide proof of good conduct.

Exceptions:

The Supreme Court of Justice may disregard the requirement of continuous residence when it deems so at its sole discretion, if the applicant’s professional activity and/or personal qualities justify the granting of Paraguayan nationality.

Complete Document Checklist

A complete list of legal, personal, and immigration records required by Paraguayan authorities.

Curriculum vitae
Postcard-style photo of the front and profile (15cm ×10cm)
Original passport or other document with which you entered the country
Full copy of current passport
The Certified photocopies must be translated by a certified translator CSJ (if are not in Spanish).
Properly legalized birth certificate (authenticated copy)
Criminal record certificate (from the country of origin, authenticated copy, legalized)
Immigrant card, permanent admission.
Certificate of permanent residence. (migrations)
Certificate of life and residence (from the police station in the area where one resides).
Police record certificate (ID office)
Certificate of Interpol
Criminal record certificate for foreigners. (Here in Paraguay,)
Criminal record certificate (court)
Paraguayan identity card (authenticated copy)
Employment certificate with company name and letterhead
If you are independent, RUC, Constancia de persona física o juridica, Patente.
If you have registrable assets, please include a certified notary statement.
Application under the sponsorship of a lawyer
Court fees
Sign a sworn statement issued by the Supreme Court of Justice.