Work / Immigration visa · Benin to Paraguay

Temporary Residence Visa for Work (2 years)

Embassy required

Maximum stay
730 days
Processing time
Up to 90 days
Fee
$150 USD
Validity
2 years (renewable for another 2 years)
Entry
Single entry

Valid for 2 years, renewable once for another 2 years (total 4 years). After 21 months of temporary residency, can apply for permanent residency. Must obtain Paraguayan national ID card within 180 days of approval.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    Long-term employment with residence in Paraguay.

    Includes
    • Employment
    • residence
  • Employment

    Valid job offer from registered Paraguayan employer.

    Required status: Job offer from registered employer

  • Financial

    Proof of economic solvency through employment, bank deposits, or property ownership.

    Minimum funds: Varies

  • Criminal record

    Clean criminal record from origin country and Paraguay (Interpol certificate).

  • Health

    Medical certificate demonstrating good health.

    Required vaccinations: None specified

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size photographs

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements or proof of economic solvency; Minimum amount: Sufficient for stay

  • Employment letter

    Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

    Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes

  • Police clearance

    Validity months: 6

  • Medical certificate

    Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

    Required tests: As required by authorities

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Temporary residence application form; Form url: https://www.mre.gov.py/visasenlinea/

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Bank transfer; Amount: $150 USD

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Gather all required documents including birth certificate, criminal records, and employment contract.

  2. Online application

    Submit temporary residence application.

  3. Document submission

    Submit all apostilled and translated documents to immigration authorities.

  4. Fee payment

    Pay temporary residence visa fee.

  5. Processing wait

    Processing typically takes up to 90 days.

  6. Visa collection

    Receive temporary residence approval and obtain national ID card within 180 days.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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