Essentials
- Population
- 180,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 50-100 Mbps (Personal fiber options up to 300 Mbps via Tigo or Personal)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 USD ≈ 7,300 PYG (Paraguayan Guaraní)
- Tap Water
- Not recommended for drinking; bottled water like 'La Fuente' is standard ($0.80 for 2L)
- Power
- 220V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C / Type L sockets
- SIM Card
- Tigo or Personal; approx. $10 for 20GB valid for 30 days
- Banking for Expats
- Banco Itaú and Continental are common; Revolut is not locally supported, use Ueno for digital banking
- Accommodation
- Modern apartments near Mariscal Lopez Ave or the North Zone; $400-$700/month
- Cashless Friendly
- High in supermarkets and malls; cash (PYG) is essential for small shops and buses
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb options average $25-$45 per night in Zona Norte
- Budget Accommodation
- Hotel Ara de la Mora (approx. $30/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Zona Norte (close to shopping and safer residential streets)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Zona Norte or Laguna Satī (quieter, better infrastructure, close to Asunción border)
- City
- Fernando de la Mora, Central Department, Paraguay
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Loffice (nearby in Asunción/Villa Morra, 10 min drive) - Day pass $15
- Best Cafe for Work
- Juan Valdez Café in Paseo 1811 (reliable WiFi and AC)
- Networking Events
- Events organized by Asepy (Asociación de Emprendedores del Paraguay)
- Social Events for Expats
- Internations Asunción chapters often meet in nearby Villa Morra
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (most popular) and Uber
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- No formal public rental; local purchase at 'Cycles Sport' ($300+)
- Best Beach Nearby
- San Bernardino (Ypacaraí Lake), 45 mins away
- Top Regional Airline
- Paranair (Flights to Buenos Aires, Montevideo)
- Top International Airline
- LATAM, COPA Airlines (via Silvio Pettirossi Airport - ASU)
- Highway Access
- Route PY02 (Mariscal Estigarribia) connects to Asunción and Ciudad del Este
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Terminal de Ómnibus de Asunción (5km away)
- Public Transport Passes
- Jaha Card or Más Card (Required for all buses, $3 per card + top-up)
- Regional Travel
- NSA (Nuestra Señora de la Asunción) buses for high-end regional travel
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital Materno Infantil de Fernando de la Mora; Private: Sanatorio Metropolitano
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Espacio Tai (Yoga and Pilates)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Premier Fitness Club (approx. $40/month)
- Laundry Services
- LavaYa! (Self-service or drop-off, approx. $5 per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- PedidosYa and Monchis
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Sopa Paraguaya and Chipa Guasu ($2 at local Chiperías)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Pink Cow (nearby in Asunción) or Be Okay
- Best Dessert Spots
- Heladería Doña Angela (Paseo 1811 location)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Supermercado Real or Super Seis
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Shopping de Red (local) or Amazon via couriers like GlobalBox
- Grocery Delivery
- Supermercado Los Jardines Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Avenida Santa Teresa (nearby Asunción strip)
- Local Brewery
- Cervecería Palo Santo (approx. 15 mins away)
- Wine Bars
- Takuare'e Wine Bar (nearby)
- Street Food Stalls
- Lomitería 'El Brother' (Lomito Arabe for $4)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Santi’s Pizza (Artisan Italian style)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Church of San Lorenzo (nearby iconic neo-gothic structure)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museo Municipal de Fernando de la Mora
- Historical Sites
- Estación de Tren Central (nearby in Asunción)
- Religious Sites
- Parroquia Medalla Milagrosa
- Annual Events
- Festival del Paisà (Folklore and food)
- Cultural Districts
- Calle Palma (Historic center of nearby Asunción)
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Municipal de Fernando de la Mora
- Local Markets
- Mercado de Fernando de la Mora (Fresh produce and local textiles)
- Music Scene
- Live Polka and Guarania at local 'Peñas'
- Street Art
- Murals along the Mariscal Estigarribia corridor
- Cooking Classes
- IGA (Instituto Gastronómico de las Américas)
- Art Galleries
- Verónica Torres Colección de Arte (nearby)
- Historic Buildings
- Former Railway Buildings near the border
- Local Heritage
- The 'Ao Po'i' embroidery tradition
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Parque Ñu Guasu (15 mins away, massive running/cycling park)
- National Parks Nearby
- Ybycuí National Park (2.5 hours away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Ciclovía de San Lorenzo (connected to town border)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Cerro Lambaré (nearby for city sunset views)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Bahía de Asunción (20 mins away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Quinta Avda spaces (permit required)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- AEX or DHL
- Tech Repair Services
- Nissei (Authorized service center nearby)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Federación Paraguaya de Tenis de Mesa (Estadio FPTM)
- Language Classes
- IDELGUAP (Guarani and Spanish courses)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Municipal de Fernando de la Mora
- Community Centers
- Cooperativa Medalla Milagrosa
- Gaming Lounges
- Local 'Cyber' cafes in Zona Sur
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino de Asunción (nearby on España Ave)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,100 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $44,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $850 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $34,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $60,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $750 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $45,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $950 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $76,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $700 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $56,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 10% (IRE - Impuesto a la Renta Empresarial)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 8% for residents, 15% for non-residents (IDU)
- Tax System
- Territorial tax system (Worldwide income generally not taxed)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 10% (IRP - Personal Income Tax)
- VAT
- 10% (General), 5% (Pharmaceuticals/Basic foods)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No
- Property Tax
- Very low, approx. 1% of the cadastral value annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- Approx. 2% to 3% for notary and registration fees
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- 0% tax on foreign-sourced income if structured correctly