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Qualified Investor – Real Estate
USD 300,000
Held for at least 5 years.
Program Overview
Why Panama?
Panama’s Residency by Investment programme, also known as the Panama Red Carpet Visa, offers permanent residency through three routes: Qualified Investor, Friendly Nations, and Forestry Investor. Investors can qualify via real estate purchase, stock exchange, fixed-term deposits, or forestry investment. Citizenship eligibility is after five years of residence, with shorter timelines for certain Latin American nationals.
Residency by Investment (Qualified Investor, Friendly Nations, Forestry Investor)
Permanent Residency (immediate or after 2 years depending on route)
Pathway to Citizenship after 5 Years (1–3 years for some Latin American countries & Spain)
Family Inclusion (Spouse, Children, Parents)
Tax-Friendly Jurisdiction with Territorial Taxation
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.
- One visit to Panama every 2 years to maintain residence.
Program Benefits
Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.
Right to live, work, and study in Panama.
Permanent residency granted immediately (Qualified Investor & Forestry routes).
Family inclusion for spouse, children, and parents.
Pathway to citizenship after 5 years.
Tax-friendly jurisdiction with territorial taxation.
Application Process
We manage each step with legal partners and local support.
Eligibility & Planning
Confirm investment route and family inclusion strategy.
Investment Execution
Complete qualifying investment and gather supporting documents.
Application Filing
Submit application to Panamanian immigration authorities.
Approval & Residency Card
Receive permanent residency card (immediate or after 2 years depending on route).
Citizenship
Apply for Panamanian citizenship after 5 years.
Associated Costs
Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.
Minimum qualifying investment
USD 100,000–750,000 depending on route
Government fees
Approx. USD 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 USD 300,000 property purchase qualifies.
Can family be included?
Yes, spouse, children, and parents are eligible.
When can I apply for citizenship?
After 5 years of continuous residency (1–3 years for some Latin American nationals).
What changed in 2026?
Higher compliance checks and stricter property valuation requirements.