I moved to Paraguay in 2024. This is the guide I wish I had.
Why Paraguay?
- 50% cheaper than Tokyo
- Easy 180-day visa
- Growing remote worker community
- Tax-friendly for solopreneurs
- Reliable internet
Costs
- Rent: $300-600/month
- Food: $200-300/month
- Utilities: $50-80/month
- Total: $550-980/month
Tokyo minimum: $1,500/month
Internet & Remote Work
- 100 Mbps available ($30/month)
- 99% uptime
- 4G LTE backup
- Co-working: $50-200/month
Healthcare
- 50-70% cheaper than US
- Modern hospitals in Asuncion
- Expat insurance: $80-150/month
Business Advantages
- Time zone covers US + EU
- Tax benefits on foreign income
- Low overhead = higher margins
- Remote-friendly culture
Complete Guide Includes
- Month-by-month checklist
- Expat community lists
- Healthcare providers
- Internet comparison
- Cost breakdown
- Tax planning
- Banking setup
- Shipping guidelines
- Emergency contacts
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