Anyone planning to open a business in Asunción needs to obtain a commercial license from the Municipality. In 2026, the requirements for formalizing economic activities in the Paraguayan capital include specific documentation and mandatory steps.
The process must be initiated in person at the Municipality's central headquarters, located at the intersection of Avenida Mariscal López and Capitán Bueno. Individual taxpayers must present official forms, a copy of their identity card, proof of their RUC (Single Taxpayer Registry) issued by the DNIT (Paraguay's tax and customs authority), and an income tax declaration. For companies, it is also necessary to include a certified copy of the company bylaws, the minutes of the assembly, and a power of attorney for the legal representative.
Property documentation is also required, whether it is a certified rental contract or a property title. Furthermore, it is mandatory to present an approved fire prevention plan (PCI) prepared by registered professionals. The cost of the license is not fixed, varying according to the company's total assets, with semi-annual payments due in January and July.
The process begins at Block A of the Edificio de los Comuneros, where the taxpayer receives a case number for tracking. After approval, it is possible to request a provisional license, which allows for temporary operation, and later the definitive license, following on-site physical inspections. The status of the application can be checked online, by phone, or in person.
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