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Panama

Residency in Latin America’s financial hub.

Residency by Investment Real estate purchase, bank deposit, or securities investment

Program Overview

Why Panama?

Panama’s Residency by Investment programme in 2026 offers permanent residency through the Qualified Investor Visa. Investors can qualify via real estate purchase, bank deposits, or securities investment. The programme grants permanent residency within 30 days, with citizenship eligibility after 5 years. Family members can be included, and Panama’s territorial tax system offers significant advantages.

Residency by Investment (Qualified Investor Visa)
Permanent Residency in 30 Days
Pathway to Citizenship after 5 Years
Family Inclusion (Spouse, Children)
Tax-Friendly Jurisdiction

Eligibility Requirements

  • Valid passport and clean criminal record.
  • Evidence of lawful funds and source of wealth.
  • Qualifying investment in approved routes.
  • Compliance with Panamanian immigration and tax regulations.

Investment Options

Choose the route that matches your portfolio and residency goals.

Real Estate Purchase

From $300,000

Buy qualifying property in Panama.

Bank Deposit

From $300,000

Place funds in a Panamanian bank for 3 years.

Securities Investment

From $500,000

Invest in Panama Stock Exchange securities.

Program Benefits

Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.

Permanent residency granted within 30 days.

Family inclusion for spouse and children.

Pathway to citizenship after 5 years.

Tax-friendly jurisdiction with territorial taxation.

Residency in a stable Latin American hub.

Application Process

We manage each step with legal partners and local support.

01

Eligibility & Planning

Confirm investment route and family inclusion strategy.

02

Investment Execution

Complete qualifying investment and gather supporting documents.

03

Application Filing

Submit application to Panamanian immigration authorities.

04

Approval & Residency Card

Receive permanent residency card within 30 days.

05

Citizenship

Apply for Panamanian citizenship after 5 years.

Associated Costs

Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.

Minimum qualifying investment From $300,000–$500,000 depending on route
Government fees Approx. $5,000–10,000 per applicant
Legal / due diligence Varies
Translation & notarization Varies

Frequently Asked Questions

Example answers until program-specific data is finalized.

Is real estate eligible?

Yes, minimum $300,000 property purchase qualifies.

Can family be included?

Yes, spouse and children are eligible.

When can I apply for citizenship?

After 5 years of continuous residency.

What changed in 2026?

Higher compliance checks and stricter property valuation requirements.

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