Paraguay Company Registration | Set Up an EAS Company in Paraguay
Planning a Paraguay company registration or looking to set up a company in Paraguay? Under Law No. 6480 of 2020, a simplified joint stock company (Empresa por Acciones Simplificada, EAS) can be formed by 1 or more individuals or legal entities and filed online through SUACE, the unified system for opening and closing companies of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce. The law sets no nationality or residence requirement for shareholders, so foreign individuals and companies can own 100%.
An EAS has no minimum capital, and the shares can be paid within 2 years. Corporate income tax (IRE) is 10% and the general VAT rate is 10%. NSS Group (戰國策集團) offers one-stop Paraguay company formation, from shareholding structure assessment, SUACE online formation and EAS articles and the DNIT tax number application to tax treaty assessment and annual tax reminders, to help you set up a Paraguayan EAS.
Under the maquila (export processing) regime, a 1% single tax applies to domestic value added, and taxes related to the processing are exempt.
Dividends are subject to IDU withholding of 8% for residents and 15% for non-residents; a tax treaty can lower this, for example to a 5% cap under the treaty with Taiwan.
Corporate income tax (IRE) is 10%, the general VAT rate is 10%, and Paraguay has no stamp tax (PwC tax summary).
Law No. 6480 allows 1 individual or legal entity to form an EAS, with no minimum capital, filed online through SUACE.
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Paraguay’s corporate income tax (IRE) is 10% and its general VAT rate is 10%. Under Law No. 6480, a simplified joint stock company (EAS) can be formed by 1 individual or legal entity, with no minimum capital, and set up online through SUACE. Dividends paid to non-residents are subject to 15% IDU withholding, which a tax treaty can lower; Paraguay’s income tax agreement with Taiwan, in force since June 3, 2010, caps dividend withholding at 5%. The maquila (export processing) regime adds a 1% single tax, which suits companies planning for South American markets or export processing.
in 3 steps
In Paraguay, EAS formation documents can only be filed through the SUACE platform of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce. You can use standard articles and sign them with an electronic or digital signature, and the company becomes a legal entity once registered. The National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT) then issues the RUC tax number, and the company registers as an employer with the Social Security Institute and the Ministry of Labor.
When you register a company in Paraguay, the legal representative must complete biometric registration to obtain the RUC, so plan a trip to Paraguay for this step. NSS Group helps you prepare the SUACE documents, assess tax treaty use and plan annual tax filings, so your Paraguayan company is clear and compliant from setup to operation.
Create an account on the SUACE platform of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, fill in the single form shared by all agencies and the standard articles online, sign the articles with an electronic or digital signature, upload images of the ID documents of the shareholders, managers and legal representative, and submit.
After SUACE’s initial review, the formation documents go to the registration authority named in Law No. 6480 for registration. The EAS becomes a legal entity on registration, and the shares can be paid within up to 2 years.
The National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT) reviews the application and issues the RUC tax number, and the legal representative must complete biometric registration. The company then registers as an employer with the Social Security Institute (IPS) and the Ministry of Labor and can start operating.
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- Company name search and reservation
- Preparation and filing of registration documents
- Drafting of governing documents
- Collection of the registration certificate
- Paraguay bank account documents and process advice
- Account opening document preparation
- Appointment booking and accompaniment
- Post-opening support
- Registered address
- Company secretary appointment
- Annual filing services
- Document custody and management
- Bookkeeping
- Tax filing and planning
- Financial statement preparation
- Audit arrangement
- Trademark search and assessment
- Trademark application filing
- Trademark maintenance and renewal
- Infringement protection advice
- Company change filings
- Share transfer support
- Company deregistration
- Legal advisory support
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- Entity type and shareholding structure assessment
- SUACE online formation and EAS standard articles
- DNIT RUC tax number and employer registration support
- Tax treaty dividend withholding assessment
- Reminders for annual corporate income tax filing and IDU withholding
Government fees: forming an EAS with standard articles is free, per the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (2020); other items as quoted
Paraguay company registration at a glance
The most common questions about Paraguay company registration, checked against official sources (updated November 2026).
| Company type | Simplified joint stock company (EAS); 1 shareholder can form one |
|---|---|
| Registry | Online filing through SUACE (Ministry of Industry and Commerce) |
| Foreign ownership | No nationality restriction in the law; 100% ownership allowed |
| Minimum capital | No minimum capital for an EAS |
| Corporate income tax | IRE 10% |
| VAT | IVA, general rate 10% |
| Timeline | Depends on review progress |
| Annual filing | Within the 4th month after the fiscal year ends |
| Who can help | NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw), free assessment and written quote |
How much does Paraguay company registration cost? Cost breakdown
According to Paraguay's Ministry of Industry and Commerce, forming an EAS through SUACE with standard articles carries no government fee, and there is no minimum capital. The main costs are certified document translation, tax registration and bookkeeping. The items below help you check quotes line by line.
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EAS formation (standard articles) | Free (Gs. 0) | Per the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (2020). For current 2026 fees, the latest SUACE notice prevails. |
| Minimum capital | No minimum capital | Law No. 6480 allows up to 2 years to pay for the shares. |
| RUC tax number | Per official rules | Issued by the National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT); the legal representative must complete biometric registration. |
| Employer registration | Per official rules | Filed with the Social Security Institute (IPS) and the Ministry of Labor. |
| Bookkeeping and annual filing | Quoted by volume | The corporate income tax return is due within the 4th month after the fiscal year ends, with 4 advance payments. |
| NSS Group service fee | Written quote after a free assessment | Based on shareholder structure, number of documents, tax treaty use and home-country tax planning. Every item is listed in the quote, with no hidden fees. |
EAS fees follow the Ministry of Industry and Commerce's presentation of the EAS law (2020). The latest notices from SUACE and the authorities prevail.
Paraguay company tax and compliance essentials: IRE, IVA and tax treaties
Paraguay's corporate income tax and general VAT rate are both 10%. When a company distributes dividends, it must also withhold the dividend and profit tax (IDU). A tax treaty can reduce the dividend withholding for foreign shareholders. Foreign shareholders should also check their home country's controlled foreign company (CFC) rules.
| Item | Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate income tax (IRE) | 10% | Medium-sized companies with prior-year revenue up to PYG 2,000,000,000 can use IRE SIMPLE. |
| VAT (IVA) | General rate 10% | 5% applies to residential rent, real estate sales, some basic foods and registered medicines. |
| Dividend and profit tax (IDU) | Residents 8%, non-residents 15% | Withheld by the distributing company, with withholding receipts issued through the Marangatu system. |
| Tax treaties | Can lower dividend withholding | Example: the treaty with Taiwan, in force since June 3, 2010, caps dividends at 5% and interest and royalties at 10%. Treaty conditions must be met. |
| Maquila (export processing) | 1% single tax | Levied on domestic value added, with an exemption from taxes related to the processing. |
| Annual filing and advance payments | Within the 4th month after year end | 4 advance payments based on the prior year's tax, usually in May, July, September and November. |
Some tax rates are based on PwC tax summaries (secondary source, reviewed October 2026). IDU follows DNIT notices, and the treaty rates follow the Taiwan Ministry of Finance withholding rate table. Have an accountant assess your specific case.
Paraguay EAS, S.A. or S.R.L.: which should you choose?
When setting up a company in Paraguay, foreign founders usually compare the new simplified joint stock company (EAS) with the traditional corporation (S.A.) and limited liability company (S.R.L.).
| Item | Simplified joint stock company (EAS) | Corporation (S.A.) / limited liability company (S.R.L.) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of shareholders | 1 or more (individuals or legal entities) | 2 or more, per the Ministry of Industry and Commerce |
| Minimum capital | No minimum capital; shares paid within 2 years | Ask our consultants |
| Formation | Online filing through SUACE; no public deed needed with standard articles | Formed by public deed and registered with the Public Registries |
| Ministry of Industry and Commerce estimate (2020) | About 24 to 72 hours | About 36 days |
| Corporate income tax | IRE 10% | IRE 10% |
These are general principles. Base your choice on shareholder background, business model and tax planning.
What foreign founders should know about setting up a company in Paraguay
- Ownership: Law No. 6480 sets no nationality or residence requirement for EAS shareholders, so foreign individuals and companies can own 100%. A single-shareholder EAS cannot form or take part in another single-shareholder EAS.
- Travel and residence: the legal representative must complete biometric registration to obtain the RUC tax number, so plan a trip to Paraguay and check the entry visa rules for your nationality. Working or living long term in Paraguay requires a separate application under Paraguayan rules.
- Tax treaties: dividends paid to non-residents are subject to 15% IDU. Check whether your home country has an income tax treaty with Paraguay; for example, the treaty with Taiwan caps dividend withholding at 5%. To use a treaty rate, you must meet its residence and beneficial owner conditions.
- Annual compliance: the corporate income tax return is due within the 4th month after the fiscal year ends, with 4 advance payments during the year. Employers must also register with the Social Security Institute (IPS) and the Ministry of Labor.
- Check your home country's controlled foreign company (CFC) rules. If a Paraguayan company is controlled from a country with CFC rules and lacks real operations, its profits may be taxed in that home country. Whether Paraguay's tax rate counts as low-tax should be assessed by an accountant.
- Check whether your home country requires approval or reporting for outbound investment before you invest in Paraguay.
Why choose NSS Group for Paraguay company registration?
NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw) is a Taiwan-based global company registration and business advisory brand with more than 25 years of experience and more than 30,000 businesses served. We provide company formation, bank account opening, accounting, tax and annual maintenance in many countries and regions, including Paraguay, and can assess whether a tax treaty lowers your dividend withholding. Fees follow a free assessment and written quote. Call toll-free 0800-003-191 or use the form on this page.
Further reading
Sources: Paraguay Law No. 6480 creating the simplified joint stock company (EAS) (Library of Congress, BACN); Paraguay Ministry of Industry and Commerce: presentation of the EAS law; Paraguay Ministry of Industry and Commerce: SUACE unified system for opening and closing companies; Paraguay National Directorate of Tax Revenue (DNIT): current IDU rules; Paraguay Ministry of Industry and Commerce REDIEX: maquila (export processing) regime; Taiwan International Trade Administration: Taiwan-Paraguay ECA Decision No. 8 in force; PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries: Paraguay Taxes on corporate income (reviewed 2026-10-19); PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries: Paraguay Other taxes (reviewed 2026-10-19); PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries: Paraguay Tax administration. The latest official notices prevail. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.
How much does it cost to set up a company in Paraguay in 2026?
According to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (2020), the government fee for forming an EAS with standard articles through SUACE is 0, while a traditional S.A. or S.R.L. is estimated at about Gs. 3,600,000. An EAS has no minimum capital. The main costs are certified document translation, bookkeeping and tax registration upkeep. The latest SUACE notice prevails for fees.
Can foreigners own 100% of a Paraguayan company?
Yes. Law No. 6480 allows an EAS to be formed by 1 or more individuals or legal entities, and it sets no nationality or residence requirement for shareholders, so a foreign individual or foreign company can own 100% of an EAS. However, a single-shareholder EAS cannot form or take part in another single-shareholder EAS.
Do I need to go to Paraguay in person to set up a company?
EAS formation documents are filed online through SUACE, and the articles can be signed with an electronic or digital signature. According to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the legal representative must complete biometric registration when obtaining the RUC tax number, so plan a trip to Paraguay for this step and check the entry visa rules for your nationality.
What is Paraguay's corporate tax rate in 2026, and how do tax treaties affect it?
Corporate income tax (IRE) is 10% and the general VAT rate is 10%. When a company distributes dividends, it withholds IDU at 8% for residents and 15% for non-residents. A tax treaty can lower this: for example, Paraguay’s income tax agreement with Taiwan, in force since 2010, caps dividend withholding at 5% for shareholders who meet its conditions. The annual return is due within the 4th month after the end of the fiscal year.
Which businesses should set up a company in Paraguay?
Paraguay suits businesses planning for South American markets, those that need a low-tax operating base, and manufacturers and processors that want to use the maquila (export processing) regime. According to REDIEX of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the maquila regime applies a 1% single tax to domestic value added and exempts taxes related to the processing.
Who can help me register a company in Paraguay?
NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw) can help. NSS Group has more than 25 years of experience and has served more than 30,000 businesses. We offer one-stop Paraguay company registration, including company type and shareholding structure assessment, SUACE online formation and EAS articles, help with the DNIT RUC tax number application, tax treaty assessment, and reminders for the annual income tax return and dividend withholding. Our fees follow a free assessment and written quote. Call toll-free 0800-003-191 for details.