Work in Paraguay: jobs in every sector
Paraguay is attracting professionals from all over the world. imiguay brings together job openings from companies in every sector of the country — industry and maquila, retail, services, logistics, construction and hospitality. Submit your résumé, browse open jobs and talk directly to employers on WhatsApp, even before you arrive.
Why Paraguay attracts professionals from abroad
- A growing economy, with new factories and maquilas arriving and looking for workers.
- Low and simple taxes (the well-known 10-10-10 system), which attracts companies and investment.
- A lower cost of living than much of the region.
- Large communities of Brazilians, Argentines, Venezuelans, Colombians, Europeans, North Americans and others, which makes settling in easier.
- Residency is accessible for many nationalities. Requirements vary: always check the Dirección General de Migraciones (migraciones.gov.py).
Where the jobs are
- Asunción and Greater Asunción: the largest concentration of retail, services, industry and hospitality companies.
- Alto Paraná (Ciudad del Este, Hernandarias, Presidente Franco): border trade, industry, logistics and hotels.
- Itapúa (Encarnación): retail, agribusiness and tourism, with more openings in the summer season.
- The interior (Coronel Oviedo, Pedro Juan Caballero, Villarrica, Concepción and others): agribusiness, retail and services.
Most common roles
- Industry and maquila: production operator, maintenance technician
- Retail: salesperson, cashier, stock clerk, customer service
- Logistics and construction: driver, delivery, warehouse, construction work
- Services and admin: administrative assistant, reception, security, cleaning
- Hospitality: kitchen, waiter, bartender, management
Language
Spanish and Guaraní are spoken in Paraguay. Spanish is the most requested language at work, so basic Spanish helps a lot. Portuguese is widely heard in the border areas, and English is a plus in multinational companies and tourism.
Documents to work as a foreigner
To work formally, foreigners need a regular immigration status. Requirements depend on nationality and may change, so always check the official, up-to-date information at the Dirección General de Migraciones (migraciones.gov.py) and the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security — MTESS (mtess.gov.py).
imiguay is a job board: it does not handle immigration procedures and does not charge companies or candidates.
How to get a job with imiguay
- 1. Submit your résumé (name, city, WhatsApp with your country code and the role you want).
- 2. Browse open jobs by sector, city and role.
- 3. Open a job and message the company on WhatsApp. Everything is free.
FAQ
Can people from any country work in Paraguay?
Yes, with a regular immigration status. Brazilians, Argentines, Uruguayans and Bolivians (Mercosur), Venezuelans, Colombians, Peruvians, Europeans, Americans and people from many other countries work in Paraguay. Requirements vary by nationality: check the Dirección General de Migraciones (migraciones.gov.py).
Do I need to speak Spanish?
It helps a lot, especially in customer-facing jobs. Operational roles usually require less, and some multinational and tourism companies value English.
Can I look for a job before moving to Paraguay?
Yes. Submit your résumé online with your WhatsApp (any country code), browse the jobs and talk to companies before you travel.
How much does imiguay cost?
Browsing jobs and contacting companies is free. Submitting your résumé is a one-time R$ 47 Pix payment that puts you in the selection companies use to hire.