@9thWave
American expat in Paraguay
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About me
American
Lives in Asuncion
Registration: 07 June 2011
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Teaching English in Peru
There are many language schools that hire native English speakers to teach English in Peru. It is generally not necessary to have a degree or a TESOL designation to get a job. Lima, Cusco, and other large towns are good places to look. I chose to ... Read More
Residence permit / paper work and documents by barrister_py
For the process, it is basically as follow: - first go to a bank an open a bank account with at least 5,000 USD. this would help you prove you have sufficient funds on your application for residency. I recommend you Banco Vision for a saving ...
Yes, johnbarley, when you receive your fingerprint card /background check from the FBI, you must send it to the PY embassy to be certified. You must also have it certified again in Paraguay. It is a generic record, but remember, it is only valid ... Read More
Residence permit / paper work and documents by barrister_py
For the process, it is basically as follow: - first go to a bank an open a bank account with at least 5,000 USD. this would help you prove you have sufficient funds on your application for residency. I recommend you Banco Vision for a saving ...
John Barley. 1. A French birth certificate should be legalized at the PY embassy in Paris. 2. The FBI fingerprint & background check must be done within 6 months of applying for residency. Wait until you get to PY for this. You can get a ... Read More
Dogs / Moving sale by melusine84
Anyone looking for 1 or 2 family pets, I'm looking for homes for our dogs as we'll be moving back to the U.S. soon. The grandparents want to see their new grandson! Feel free to contact me for more information if you're interested in a free new pet! ...
Are you in Asuncion? Read More
Public transportation in Paraguay by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Paraguay ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
It depends on who you talk to. Some say the buses are safe, others say they are not. I have ridden them during the day with other people and had no trouble. A young man even offered me his seat. Many of the buses are in poor condition, but ... Read More
Nightmare in Argentina
If you can possibly avoid it, do not take a connecting flight through Argentina to get to Paraguay. But if you must do it, make sure your connecting flight leaves on the same calendar day. In my case, I opted to connect through Argentina because ... Read More
Retiree seeks immigration info by roav
Hello, My name is Rob, I am retired and have been living in the Philippines for the past 5, 1/2 years. I'd like to relocate to Paraguay in the not to distant future. I would like to know exactly what documents one needs to submit too Paraguay ...
Asantander: What do you mean, "you must use the carnet within a prescribed period of time to obtain the cedula" ?? Use the carnet how? Read More
Emergency: Housing Needed Immediately by 9thWave
Please help! I am flying into Asuncion on Wednesday, 24 August. I had an apartment lined up for me and my cat, but the landlord told me today that they rented it out from under me. Now we are screwed! We are homeless. My cat is already feeling ...
Good news! Thanks to Capelo, Nico, and majbjb, I have found another apartment. I am deeply grateful for their willingness to make phone calls and help me in my time of need. You have restored my faith in people. Thanks also to this forum for ... Read More
Emergency: Housing Needed Immediately by 9thWave
Please help! I am flying into Asuncion on Wednesday, 24 August. I had an apartment lined up for me and my cat, but the landlord told me today that they rented it out from under me. Now we are screwed! We are homeless. My cat is already feeling ...
I have tried the Paraguay classifieds mentioned by Armand above. There are no rentals listed and there have been no replies to the want ad I posted several months ago. Right now, I am staying in a hotel with my cat, waiting for my flight to ... Read More
Emergency: Housing Needed Immediately
Please help! I am flying into Asuncion on Wednesday, 24 August. I had an apartment lined up for me and my cat, but the landlord told me today that they rented it out from under me. Now we are screwed! We are homeless. My cat is already feeling ... Read More
Formalities to bring your pet in Paraguay by Julien
Hi all, What are the formalities and paperwork required to bring your pet in Paraguay? How long do formalities & paperwork usually take in Paraguay? What are the relevant authorities to contact? Which vaccines are compulsory? Do your ...
You need a certificate of health from a veterinarian written in Spanish, like this one: http://ec.europa.eu/food/animal/liveanimals/pets/sanco10767r4_es.pdf Your animal must be microchipped (for So.Am) and rabies vaccinated. Depending upon the ... Read More
Changing Money by 9thWave
How does someone change money from Euros to Guarani when they first arrive at the Asuncion airport? I assume there is some type of money changer at the airport. Is it a machine or a person? What do I look for / what is it called? I'd imagine ...
Muchas gracias, Melusine. Read More
Changing Money
How does someone change money from Euros to Guarani when they first arrive at the Asuncion airport? I assume there is some type of money changer at the airport. Is it a machine or a person? What do I look for / what is it called? I'd imagine ... Read More
Residence permit / paper work and documents by barrister_py
For the process, it is basically as follow: - first go to a bank an open a bank account with at least 5,000 USD. this would help you prove you have sufficient funds on your application for residency. I recommend you Banco Vision for a saving ...
I'm responding to a few questions here: FBI background check expiration date: I thought I read somewhere that the background check should be no older than 6 months. Shipping: I'm still trying to figure out the best method. Since I've heard ... Read More
Drivers license by redwingpy
Can I just use my US drivers license to operate a car here in PY? Going to a municipalidad is such a pain in the butt.
You can apply for an international driver's license online at IDL: http://www.idlservice.com/ Read More