Business
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,100 per m² ($44,000 for 40 m²)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $850 per m² ($34,000 for 40 m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,000 per m² ($60,000 for 60 m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $750 per m² ($45,000 for 60 m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $950 per m² ($76,000 for 80 m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $700 per m² ($56,000 for 80 m²)
- Corporate Tax
- 10% (IRE)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 8% for residents, 15% for non-residents
- Tax System
- Territorial tax system (Only income earned in Paraguay is taxed)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 10% (IRP)
- VAT
- 10% standard rate, 5% for some essentials
- Property Tax
- Very low, approx. 1% of the fiscal valuation per year
- Property Transaction Tax
- Approx. 0.3% to 0.5% (Registration and Notary fees)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Yes, 0% tax on foreign-sourced income if structured correctly
Essentials
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Near the University City (UNA) area for amenities and safety
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Barrio San Vicente or near Pinedo Shopping for better infrastructure
- City
- San Lorenzo, Central Department, Paraguay
- Population
- Approximately 260,000 residents
- Internet Speed
- Average 40-60 Mbps on fiber optics (Personal, Tigo)
- Currency & Banking
- Paraguayan Guaraní (PYG); 1 USD ≈ 7,350 PYG
- Tap Water
- Not recommended for drinking; use bottled water (Seltz, 5L for 12,000 PYG)
- Power
- 220V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C / Type L sockets
- SIM Card
- Tigo or Personal; approx. 50,000 PYG for 10GB data
- Banking for Expats
- Banco Itaú and Banco Atlas; Revolut is not locally supported
- Accommodation
- Apartment rentals via Infocasas or Airbnb
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; major supermarkets and malls accept cards, small vendors require cash
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb prices range from $25 - $50 USD per night
- Budget Accommodation
- Hotel San Lorenzo (approx. 180,000 PYG per night)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Loffice (located in nearby Asunción, 20 mins away) or local library inside UNA
- Best Cafe for Work
- Juan Valdez Café in Pinedo Shopping (High speed Wi-Fi)
- Networking Events
- Gramo (Occasional talks) or events at the UNA Polytechnic Faculty
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Paraguay Facebook Group meetups at Pinedo Shopping food court
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (most popular) or Uber; a trip to Asunción is approx. 35,000 PYG
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Not widely available; private purchase at Chacomer is common
- Best Beach Nearby
- San Bernardino (Lake Ypacaraí), approx. 45 mins away
- Top Regional Airline
- Paranair (Flights to Buenos Aires/Montevideo from ASU)
- Top International Airline
- LATAM, Copa Airlines, Air Europa (via Silvio Pettirossi Airport)
- Highway Access
- Ruta PY02 (Main highway connecting Asunción and Ciudad del Este)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Terminal de Ómnibus de Asunción (nearby hub for regional travel)
- Public Transport Passes
- Jaha or Más card (Required for buses, 3,600 PYG per ride)
- Regional Travel
- Nuestra Señora de la Asunción (NSA) bus lines to Encarnación
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital de Clínicas (Public/Teaching) or Sanatorio San Lorenzo (Private)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Ananda Yoga (Barrio San Pedro)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Premier Fitness Club (Pinedo Shopping), approx. 250,000 PYG/month
- Laundry Services
- LavaYa (Self-service and drop-off, approx. 40,000 PYG per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- PedidosYa and Monchis
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Sopa Paraguaya and Mbejú
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Be Okay (Pinedo Shopping area)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Heladería Doña Angela (Pinedo Shopping)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercado de San Lorenzo (Local market for fresh produce)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Tienda Naranja or Shopping China (online deliveries)
- Grocery Delivery
- Supermercado Stock or Superseis online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Paseo La Galería area (nearby) or local bars on Avenida Mariscal Estigarribia
- Local Brewery
- Sacramento Brewing Co. (bottled products widely available in Stock)
- Wine Bars
- Wine and Spirits (Pinedo Shopping)
- Street Food Stalls
- Lomitería 'El Gordito' (Lomitos starting at 15,000 PYG)
- Popular International Cuisine
- TGI Fridays (Pinedo Shopping) for American-style dining
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Catedral de San Lorenzo (Neo-Gothic style)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museo Guido Boggiani (Anthropological artifacts)
- Historical Sites
- The Neo-Gothic Church in the city center
- Religious Sites
- Parroquia San Lorenzo
- Annual Events
- Fiesta Patronal de San Lorenzo (August 10th)
- Cultural Districts
- The University City (UNA Campus) area
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Municipal de San Lorenzo
- Local Markets
- Mercado Municipal #1 (San Lorenzo)
- Music Scene
- Live Polka and Guarania at local festivals
- Street Art
- Murals near the UNA Polytechnic Faculty
- Cooking Classes
- IGA (Instituto Gastronómico de las Américas) San Lorenzo branch
- Art Galleries
- Centro Cultural Tren Blanco
- Historic Buildings
- San Lorenzo Train Station (Historical ruins)
- Local Heritage
- The 'City of Ethics' nickname and ceramic traditions
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Ypacaraí Lake (20km away)
- National Parks Nearby
- Ybycuí National Park (approx. 2 hours drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- UNA Campus Ciclovía (Popular for jogging and biking)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Cerro Lambaré (nearby in Asunción) for city views
- Birdwatching Locations
- The wetlands surrounding the Paraguay River (15km away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Camping areas in Pirayú (30 mins away)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Aex Post or DHL San Lorenzo
- Tech Repair Services
- Excelsis (for Apple/PC) or local shops in Shopping San Lorenzo
- Table Tennis Spots
- Federación Paraguaya de Tenis de Mesa (nearby Asunción)
- Language Classes
- Centro Cultural Paraguayo Americano (CCPA) San Lorenzo
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Central de la UNA
- Community Centers
- Centro Cultural de la Ciudad
- Gaming Lounges
- Local internet cafes near the university
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino San Bernardino (nearby regional location)