Apostille for Paraguay
Paraguay’s residency rules attract people looking for a straightforward permanent residence in South America, and its free-trade zones attract Indian exporters. Paraguay joined the Hague Apostille Convention with effect from 30 August 2014, so Indian public documents are authenticated with the MEA apostille. INFINITYGRO completes the apostille for Paraguay in Delhi.
- Temporary residency
- Permanent residency
- Investor (SUACE)
- Trade & free zones
- Marriage
- Family
- Company set-up
- Power of attorney
apostille
The apostille for Paraguay is placed by the MEA on Indian documents after verification at source – nothing extra for a Passport Seva PCC, the home department or SDM for birth and marriage certificates, a chamber of commerce for company documents. Paraguay’s Dirección General de Migraciones and notaries accept them with a Spanish translation by a traductor público matriculado.
Paraguay embassy attestation is not needed – the apostille for Paraguay is
Paraguay has applied the Convention since 2014 and it applies with India, so the Paraguayan consulate does not legalise apostilled Indian documents.
A residency application in Asunción usually starts with an apostilled police clearance and birth certificate, translated into Spanish by a registered public translator. Investors and exporters add apostilled company documents.
Documents we apostille for Paraguay
Paraguay residency and trade files usually include:
| Document | Route in India | Who asks for it in Paraguay |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Seva PCC | MEA apostille directly | Temporary and permanent residency |
| Birth certificate | Home department or SDM → MEA apostille | Residency, family |
| Marriage certificate | Home department or SDM → MEA apostille | Spouse residency |
| Certificate of incorporation, board resolution | Chamber of commerce → MEA apostille | Investor residency, company set-up |
| Power of attorney | Notary → SDM → MEA apostille | Local representative |
| Degree | State education department or university → MEA apostille | Work |
| Single-status affidavit | Notary → SDM → MEA apostille | Marriage in Paraguay |
Why people need an apostille for Paraguay
Residency
PCC and birth certificate apostilled for Migraciones.
Investment
Company papers apostilled for investor routes.
Free-zone trade
Company documents apostilled for distributors.
Family
Marriage and birth certificates apostilled.
Marriage
Civil documents apostilled.
Representation
POAs apostilled.
Spanish translation for Paraguay
Paraguayan authorities usually need translations by a traductor público matriculado, made after the apostille. We provide Spanish drafts from apostilled originals to speed up the final translation.
See our Spanish translation services.
SampleApostille for Paraguay sample
Migraciones in Asunción reads the apostille for Paraguay through the registered translator’s Spanish version and can check the QR code online. On a PCC, the sticker sits directly on the certificate. Details are blurred.
How it worksSteps for the apostille for Paraguay
- Residency or trade?We list the papers for the apostille for Paraguay.
- PCC freshnessMigraciones prefers a recent police clearance – we advise on timing.
- Send originalsCourier or visit us.
- Verification and MEAThen the apostille.
- ReturnTracked courier; scans for your Asunción facilitator.
Can you visit Delhi? You are welcome to hand over your documents and collect the signed translation at our office in New Ashok Nagar. From another state or country, just email or WhatsApp a clear scan – the soft copy comes back by email and the signed, stamped copy by Blue Dart or another reputed, fully tracked courier.
FeesApostille for Paraguay – fees
The Passport Seva PCC – the core residency document – needs only the MEA apostille.
Powers of attorney appointing a Paraguayan representative are notarised, SDM-attested and apostilled.
Birth-certificate verification, chamber attestation and Spanish translation are quoted separately. WhatsApp us for a Paraguay quote.
Paraguayan residency facilitators often handle the in-country steps for foreigners. Send them scans as soon as the apostille for Paraguay is done so they can book your appointment, then carry the originals when you travel.
Exporters using Paraguay’s free trade zones to reach Mercosur markets may need apostilled distribution agreements as well as company documents.
FAQsApostille for Paraguay – FAQs
Has Paraguay joined the Apostille Convention?
Yes, with effect from 30 August 2014; it applies with India.
What do I need for residency?
Usually an apostilled PCC and birth certificate, with Spanish translations; check with Migraciones for your category.
Who must translate?
A traductor público matriculado in Paraguay.
How much does it cost?
₹1,000 per document for the MEA apostille; ₹1,500 for POAs with notary and SDM.
Can exporters use the apostille?
Yes – for company documents and distribution agreements, after chamber attestation.
Is a consular stamp still needed?
No.
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INFINITYGRO · C-5 A/2, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi – 110096Last updated: 27 October 2026 · INFINITYGRO apostille desk, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi