Foreign investment and market entry
Legal analysis of the proposed activity, its form of presence in Paraguay and implementation requirements. Coordination of corporate, regulatory and contractual matters.
Business and Investment
Legal advice for investment and business in Paraguay
We support local and foreign businesses and investors in the structuring and development of business projects.
Strategic legal advisory
From Asunción, for businesses and projects in Paraguay.
A Legal Structure Aligned with Your Project
Investing in Paraguay requires coordination of corporate decisions, contracts, permits and the obligations of the activity. Estudio Balbuena helps organise these aspects from the initial assessment through launch and the development of the operation.
We work with businesses, investors and international counterparties to identify requirements and risks, review agreements and define a structure suited to the project. Our Spanish and English capabilities facilitate coordination of negotiations and documentation with foreign participants.
Scope of advice
Services for Your Operation
Project structuring
Definition of the legal organisation, relationships between participants and business responsibilities. Review of partnership options and documentation of agreements.
Investment incentives and maquila
Assessment of projects under investment incentive and maquila regimes. Review of requirements, documentation and obligations under the current regime and according to the characteristics of the activity.
Commercial contracts and partnerships
Drafting and review of investment, cooperation, distribution and service agreements. Definition of conditions, obligations and mechanisms for managing issues.
Foreign trade and logistics
Legal support and professional coordination in imports, exports and international logistics. Review of contracts and documentation related to the operation.
Capital and financial relationships
Legal review of contributions, financing agreements and business documentation. Assistance with preparing background materials for relationships with financial institutions and other project participants.
Preventive approach
Local and Foreign Investment: Assessing Requirements
We analyse the activity, investment structure and documentation to determine which regimes may apply. For tax incentives, we consider the new framework under Law No. 7,548/2025; for maquila, the regime under Law No. 7,547/2025. Applicability is assessed for each project and its circumstances.
Our approach
From Consultation to an Action Plan
Understand the business
We review the activity, participants and investment objectives.
Structure the operation
We define corporate, contractual and regulatory priorities.
Support development
We assist with the documentation and actions required to implement the project.
Before your consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you advise foreign investors?
Yes. We support foreign businesses and investors in the assessment and legal structuring of projects in Paraguay, with professional coordination in Spanish and English.
Can you assess whether my project qualifies for investment incentives?
We review the activity, type of investment and documentation to assess its eligibility under the applicable regimes. Access to benefits depends on the requirements and the relevant approval.
What should I prepare for a first consultation?
A description of the business, participants, proposed investment and project stage. If contracts, proposals or corporate documentation are available, please include them for the initial review.
Complementary practices
Other Needs of Your Business
Let us discuss your needs
Let Us Discuss Your Investment in Paraguay
Tell us about your project and objectives so we can identify the legal decisions you need to make.
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