Asunción for Digital Nomads
South America's hidden gem with territorial taxes and zero pretense
Paraguay • America/Asuncion (-4)
TL;DR
Asunción scores 8.2/10 on our Hustle-Free Index. You'll spend around $1,080/month for a comfortable setup. Asunción is what happens when a city isn't discovered yet—authentic, affordable, and genuinely surprised to see you. Paraguay's territorial tax system is a freelancer's dream, and the warmth of Guaraní culture is real. Perfect for isolated solopreneurs and corporate escapees. It's okay to want both adventure and stability. Here's everything you need to know.
Hustle-Free Index Score
Based on safety, happiness, and cost of living data
Quick Facts
| Monthly Budget | $1,080 (comfortable) |
| Visa Situation | 90 days visa-free |
| Internet Speed | 50 Mbps avg (Good) |
| Best For | Solopreneurs, Corporate escapees |
| Skip If | Need English widely spoken, Want established nomad scene |
| English Level | Basic |
| Safety | Moderate (Score: 68/100) |
Why Asunción Works for Freelancers Like You
Asunción is what happens when a city isn't discovered yet—authentic, affordable, and genuinely surprised to see you. Paraguay's territorial tax system is a freelancer's dream, and the warmth of Guaraní culture is real. Just bring your Spanish and an adventurous spirit.
"Tereré (cold mate) shared with locals in a plaza at sunset"
What Makes It Special
- ✓ Territorial tax system (0% on foreign income)
- ✓ Fastest-growing DN destination 2025
- ✓ Incredibly affordable living
- ✓ Easy residency pathway
- ✓ Authentic, undiscovered culture
What It Actually Costs
Comfortable Budget: $1,080/month
Housing
$450
Coworking
$100
Food
$250
Transport
$40
Fun & Social
$120
Health
$40
Misc
$80
Total
$1,080
Getting Work Done
WiFi Reality
50 Mbps average • Good reliability • Power: Stable
Café Culture
Good café scene for working
Visa & Legal Stuff (Don't Panic)
The Quick Answer
You get 90 days visa-free entry .
Temporary Residency
Duration
1-2 years
Income Required
$0/mo
Cost
$100
Renewability
renewable
Processing
2-4 weeks
Tax Situation
Territorial tax system - no tax on foreign-source income
Always consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Living Your Best Sustainable Life
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Expat Community
Small
💻
Nomad Scene
Emerging
🤝
Local Friendliness
Very Welcoming
🍽️
Food Scene
Good
Nightlife: Moderate
The Honest Truth
✓ What's Amazing
- • Territorial tax system (0% on foreign income)
- • Fastest-growing DN destination 2025
- • Incredibly affordable living
- • Easy residency pathway
⚠ What's Challenging
- • Limited English spoken
- • Small nomad community
- • Infrastructure less developed
- • Hot and humid summers
- • Limited international flights
Skip Asunción If...
- • Need English widely spoken
- • Want established nomad scene
- • Prefer polished infrastructure
Your Next Step
You've done your research. That's already more than most people do.
There's no rush to decide. Asunción will still be here when you're ready.
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How We Calculate the Hustle-Free Index
Our Hustle-Free Index balances three factors that matter most for sustainable freelance life:
Formula: HFI = (Safety Score × Happiness Score) / Cost of Living Index
- Safety Score (68/100): From Numbeo Safety Index
- Happiness Score (74/100): World Happiness Report + freelancer surveys
- Cost of Living Index (32): Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Last updated: 2025-12-31 • Data sources: Numbeo, World Happiness Report, local research