

Bitcoin Life in Paraguay with Jan Kotas | SLP683
18 snips Aug 8, 2025
Jan Kotas, co-founder of Bitcoin Paraguay and Hacking Lives, shares his insights into Paraguay's burgeoning Bitcoin community. He discusses the appeal for digital nomads living there, including the favorable tax environment and minimal residency requirements. Jan highlights safety concerns in Asuncion and the active expat scene. He explains how US LLCs can enhance tax efficiency for non-residents, and emphasizes the importance of education in promoting Bitcoin adoption. Excitingly, he announces the upcoming Accelerating Bitcoin Conference, showcasing Paraguay's opportunities.
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Paraguay As A Hidden Sovereignty Hub
- Paraguay offers low-tax residency and strong optionality for digital nomads and freedom-seekers.
- Jan says residents can often keep foreign income untaxed under Paraguay's territorial system.
Asuncion Safety Varies By Neighborhood
- Safety in Asuncion depends heavily on neighborhood and time of day.
- Expats typically live in developed barrios that Jan describes as 'pretty safe.'
Three Types Of Paraguay Arrivals
- Jan divides Paraguay visitors into three groups: plan-B seekers, digital nomads, and long-term expats.
- Each group uses Paraguayan residency differently for optionality, tax gains, or as a primary base.