Opening a bank account in Paraguay

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Member since 27 November 2019

OffshoreResearchMember29 January 2020 15:32:36

Hi all,

I've recently got my Paraguayan residence and I plan to be back in this country in April where I'll spend around a month.

I need to open a bank account in order to buy a local apartment and I've been told that I need to show a certificate stating I've used my RUC number (local VAT) to buy/sell assets/services locally for at least 6 months to be eligible to get one.

Is this correct or am I moving the wrong steps for some reasons ?
Ok, I got my RUC number but it seems a tax accountant will need to record all my movements for 6 months that I'll need to spend in the country.

That's fine.
Has anyone any experience with local banks ? Are their friendly with clients ?
Is it easy proofing the origin of incoming funds or they may cause some problems ?

Please, share your experiences about this topic in tne interest of all members including myself .

jeanperes Member

Member since 06 February 2020

jeanperesMember12 February 2020 16:57:44

Hello,

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siulung Member

Member since 04 March 2020

siulungMember04 March 2020 05:39:30

i am plan to Paraguayan to apply PR next month. Every docs are ready and hope to get a PR a few month later. Also, i will to open bank account. Is there any one can share the experience ?

hi offshoreResearch,

Would you share how to obtain RUC number？

Thanks

jeanperes Member

Member since 06 February 2020

jeanperesMember04 March 2020 10:34:56

Hello

You will not be able to open a bank account in Paraguay until you have obtained your Paraguayan identity card.

In the meantime, you should deposit your money at the Bank of Fomento.

Regards

Jean