€300,000

minimum requirement

30

days approval time

Panama’s Qualified Investor Visa (QIV) offers a streamlined pathway to permanent residence, allowing qualified applicants to obtain residence within 30 days of application—an option that can even be completed remotely. Positioned strategically at the crossroads of the Americas, Panama is a thriving hub with a dynamic economy, pro-business policies, and world-class infrastructure. Its robust banking sector, favorable tax incentives, and attractive real estate market create abundant investment opportunities. With a tropical climate, vibrant culture, and stable political environment, Panama stands out as a premier destination for both business and lifestyle pursuits.

Panama Qualified Visa Benefits

Panama offers an attractive environment for both living and business. Its territorial tax regime means that foreign-sourced income is not taxed, which can be appealing for international businesses and investors. Located at the crossroads of North and South America, Panama serves as a vital hub for trade and commerce in the Western Hemisphere. The Panama Canal, strong infrastructure, and well-developed logistics sector add to its strategic appeal. Additionally, Panama boasts a growing economy and a stable political environment, supported by a U.S.-dollar-based economy. Its modern amenities, vibrant city life in Panama City, and stunning natural beauty—beaches, mountains, and rainforests—make it a desirable location for expatriates and retirees alike. All these factors contribute to its reputation as a premier destination for investment and quality of life.

Panama operates under a territorial tax regime, meaning that only income generated within the country is subject to income tax, while foreign-sourced income remains untaxed.

You may include your spouse, children under 25 and dependent parents in the application.

Applicants may apply for citizenship through naturalization after 5 years

To maintain the Permanent Residence status it is necessary to visit Panama once every two years,

Who Qualifies

Must be over 18 years old with a clean criminal record.

The application can also include the parents, of any age, of the main applicant and/or spouse.

Children over 18 and under 25 years old may be added as dependents, provided they can show that they are (a) single and (b) registered in full time studies in an officially recognized educational institution (by the Republic of Panama) and are economically dependent on the main applicant. Children with disabilities can also be included as dependents without any age limit.

The application can also include the parents, of any age, of the main applicant and/or spouse.

Program Requirements

The program offers direct permanent residence to applicants who make a qualifying investment from one of the options below and meet the additional program requirements.

OPTION 1. Real Estate Purchase

• An equity investment of at least USD 300,000 in a real estate property in Panama

OPTION 2. Stock Exchange Investment

• USD 500,000+ investment in the Panama Stock Exchange

OPTION 3. Bank Deposit

• USD 750,000 in a 5-year fixed-term of a local bank

Other Requirements and Benefits

Adult applicants should also submit an apostilled or authenticated federal background check from their home country free of any serious criminal offences. Foreign residents must visit Panama once every two years to maintain residence status.

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The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.

The Latitude Group is a global leader in Residence and Citizenship by Investment. Our IMC-certified professionals are specialists in cross jurisdictional citizenship and residence planning. Moreover, we have more collective invesment migration industry experience than any other international firm.

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Application Process

  • Step 1

    Client Onboarding & Pre-Clearance

    The process commences with the completion of our Onboarding and Pre-Clearance checks.

  • Step 2

    Client Agreement

    Sign client agreement and pay retainer fee.

  • Step 3

    Application

    Gather necessary documents and submit the QIV application. This may be arranged remotely.

  • Step 4

    Application Approval

    The application is approved within approximatley 30 days. It is then necessary to visit Panama to give Biometric data and collect the Residence Permit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Panama Qualified Investor Visa provides immediate Permanent Residence which offers the right to live permanently in Panama. However, it has great flexibility as it is only necessary to visit Panama once every two years to maintain the status.

The minimum requirement for this Residence by Investment is €300,000, in the form of real estate in Panama.

Once the application is submitted the process takes approximately 1 month.

Applicant, spouse, children under 25 and dependent parents can be included in the application.

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Our team operates in over 12 countries worldwide, securing second citizenship or residence in desirable locations and unlocking a brighter future.

  • Path to citizenship after 5 years
  • USD 300,000 minimum requirement
  • 30 day processing time
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