The number of Brazilians choosing Paraguay, especially Ciudad del Este, to live and work has increased significantly, driven by the MigraMóvil program, which simplifies immigration procedures. Lower cost of living and business opportunities are the main attractions.
MigraMóvil
Programa de la Dirección Nacional de Migraciones de Paraguay para acercar servicios de documentación a migrantes.
Thousands of Brazilians line up at the border in Ciudad del Este, drawn by the 10-10-10 tax model and the promise of an economic and ideological 'paradise.' In 2025, more than half of the 40,600 residency permits granted to foreigners went to Brazilians, and the flow continues to grow in 2026.