Register Your Company in Paraguay (Country Guide) - Easyco
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To register a company in Paraguay in 2026, foreigners need 1–2 weeks, a fiscal address, a local legal representative, and a Tax ID (RUC). The most common structure is the EAS, which allows one shareholder and remote incorporation via Power of Attorney. Total costs range from USD 950–1,500 depending on entity type and legal requirements.

Register Your Company in Paraguay (Country Guide)

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    Quick facts

    Fastest Entity Type EAS (1 shareholder allowed)
    Total Registration Time 1–2 weeks
    Cost Range USD 950–1,500
    Foreigners Need to Travel? No (Power of Attorney allowed)
    Minimum Capital No formal minimum
    Corporate Tax 10%
    Supported Languages English & Spanish
    Bank Account for Foreigners Yes

    Paraguay has become one of the most attractive business destinations in South America thanks to its 10% flat corporate tax, fast company formation, and foreigner-friendly regulations. Whether you are opening a holding, a service company, or an import/export structure, Paraguay offers one of the lowest costs and simplest processes in the region.

    With Easyco, foreigners can register a company fully remotely, obtain the RUC, appoint a local representative, and open a functional business bank account without complications.

    Why Paraguay?

    Why Paraguay Is a Top Choice for Foreign Founders in 2026

    • 10% corporate tax — one of the lowest in South America
    • Stable currency (PYG) + USD-friendly economy
    • Full remote setup with Power of Attorney
    • Cheap operational costs compared to Uruguay, Chile, or Colombia
    • Ideal for holdings, logistics, services, and ecommerce setups
    • Fast EAS structure for single shareholders

    How to Register a Company in Paraguay (Step-by-Step)

    1. Choose your entity type (EAS, SRL, SA)
    2. Sign a Power of Attorney (if you’re registering remotely)
    3. Provide passport + shareholder details
    4. Register fiscal address and legal representative
    5. Easyco drafts bylaws and completes public registration
    6. Obtain your Tax ID (RUC)
    7. Open your business bank account
    8. Start operations and issue invoices

    Requirements to Register a Company in Paraguay

    1. Passport scan
    2. Power of Attorney (for remote setup)
    3. Shareholder structure (1 or more)
    4. Business activity description
    5. Fiscal address (Easyco provides if needed)
    6. Appointed legal representative

    Foreigners do NOT need residency to open a company.

    Cost

    Service Cost (USD) Notes
    Company Registration (EAS) 950–1,500 Fastest option
    Company Registration (SRL/SA) 1,500–2,200 More complex structure
    Legal Representative 300–800/month Required for foreigners
    Fiscal Address 150–400/month Depends on location
    RUC Registration Included Managed by Easyco
    Bank Account Assistance 0–250 Depending on bank

    Timeline

    Step Time Required
    Power of Attorney Signing 1-2 days
    Bylaw Drafting 1 day
    Public Registration 3–8 days
    RUC Registration 1–3 days
    Total 1–2 weeks

    *Bank Account Opening (Optional): 3–10 days

    Corporate Taxes in Paraguay (2026)

    Paraguay Corporate Tax Overview

    2026

    IRE10%

    Corporate Income Tax

    Applies to corporate profits.
    Dividends8%

    Dividend Tax

    When distributing to shareholders.
    VAT10%

    Value Added Tax

    Services & products.
    Payroll~16%

    Employer cost

    Approx. additional cost on payroll.
    ✅ SMEs may qualify for simplified tax regimes.
    🌎 Paraguay is one of the most tax-efficient jurisdictions for global founders.

    Best Entity Types for Foreigners

    Which entity should you choose?

    Entities

    EAS — Empresa por Acciones Simplificada RECOMMENDED
    • 1 shareholder allowed
    • Very fast processing
    • Best for small/medium operations
    • Foreigners friendly

    SRL — Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada Option
    • 2+ shareholders
    • More formal structure
    • Typical for operational companies

    SA — Sociedad Anónima Option
    • Larger companies
    • Requires board
    • More corporate compliance

    Common Mistakes

    Avoid these to save time and headaches.

    Checklist

    • Choosing the wrong entity (EAS > 90% of cases)
    • Not appointing a local representative
    • Using a residential address instead of a fiscal address
    • Not planning bank account requirements
    • Delaying RUC activation

    Frequently Asked Questions (2026)

    No, Easyco can incorporate your company fully remotely with a POA.

    The EAS — usually ready in 1–2 weeks.

    Between USD 950–1,500 depending on the structure.

    Corporate tax is 10%; VAT is 10%; dividends 8%.

    Yes, the EAS allows a single shareholder.

    Yes, but banks may request enhanced KYC.

    Yes — required for foreign shareholders.

    1–2 weeks.

    Passport and POA.

    Yes, full setup available.

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