Does Paraguay Allow Dual Citizenship with the USA?
- Paraguay Strategy
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
If you’re a U.S. citizen considering making Paraguay your second home, you’ve probably asked yourself:“Can I become a Paraguayan citizen and still keep my U.S. passport?”
The answer is technically nuanced - but in practice, yes, it’s often possible to hold both, as long as you follow the process correctly and understand how the law works.That’s exactly where our team at Paraguay Strategy can make the difference.
⚖️ What the Law Really Says. Does Paraguay Allow Dual Citizenship with the USA?
According to Article 149 of Paraguay’s Constitution, dual or multiple nationality is allowed when there is a treaty or reciprocity with another country.
“La nacionalidad múltiple podrá admitirse por tratados internacionales o por reciprocidad de rango constitucional entre los Estados.”- Constitución Nacional del Paraguay
At present, Paraguay has signed such treaties mainly with Spain and Italy. That means there’s no formal treaty with the United States specifically.
However - and this is crucial - the law does not expressly require foreigners to renounce their previous citizenship when becoming Paraguayan. In practice, many naturalized citizens keep both passports without issue, provided their paperwork and declarations are handled correctly.
🇺🇸 What This Means for U.S. Citizens
The United States allows dual citizenship. You won’t lose your U.S. nationality simply by acquiring another, as long as you don’t voluntarily renounce it before a U.S. official.
Paraguay’s practice is flexible. While the Constitution mentions reciprocity, authorities generally do not enforce renunciation for foreigners who obtain citizenship through residency and naturalization.
Real-world outcome: Many expats from the U.S., Canada, and Europe live in Paraguay with both passports, perfectly legally, after completing the naturalization process correctly.
🧾 The Path to Paraguayan Citizenship
Obtain legal residency. Residency can be temporary or permanent depending on your investment, relocation, or family situation.
Maintain residency for the legal period. Typically three years of lawful permanent residence before applying for citizenship.
Apply for naturalization. You’ll need proof of integration, clean criminal records, and basic Spanish comprehension.
Judicial approval. Citizenship is granted by court judgment and later registered in the Civil Registry.
At Paraguay Strategy, we guide clients through each step, from immigration paperwork to local compliance, ensuring your process runs smoothly and transparently.
💡 Why Working with Specialists Matters
While the law seems straightforward, execution in Paraguay is deeply procedural. Without local guidance, it’s easy to miss small details that later delay or block your citizenship application - like outdated police certificates, untranslated documents, or timing errors with court filings.
Our team of lawyers and consultants has helped foreigners secure residency and citizenship here, always within full legal compliance. We don’t just submit forms - we strategize your entire relocation, ensuring your case aligns with local legal interpretation and long-term plans (banking, taxes, or property ownership).
✉️ How Paraguay Strategy Helps You
Personalized planning: We analyze your case, goals, and origin country before starting.
Legal precision: All filings prepared and verified by licensed Paraguayan lawyers.
Local representation: We handle communication with the authorities, banks, and courts.
Long-term vision: From residency to property purchase, tax setup, and final citizenship.
➡️ We make relocation to Paraguay simple, safe, and legally sound. Instead of navigating the system alone, work with experts who understand every nuance of Paraguayan migration and nationality law.
📩 Contact Paraguay Strategy to schedule a consultation and discover how you can legally obtain residency or citizenship while keeping your U.S. nationality.
🔍 FAQ
Q1: Does Paraguay allow dual citizenship with the USA?
Formally, only by treaty or reciprocity, and the U.S. has no treaty. However, in practice, Paraguay does not require renunciation, and many foreigners maintain both passports.
Q2: How long do I need to live in Paraguay before applying for citizenship?
Generally three years of permanent residence.
Q3: Will I lose my U.S. citizenship?
No. U.S. law allows dual citizenship as long as you do not voluntarily renounce it.
Q4: Can your agency help with both residency and citizenship?
Yes. Paraguay Strategy manages the entire process - from your first residency card to your citizenship filing - ensuring every step is legally compliant.
Q5: What are the main benefits of Paraguayan citizenship?
Visa-free access across Mercosur, low taxation, and the option to build a secure life in a peaceful, investor-friendly country.
