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Panama Qualified Investment Visa

Panama Qualified Investment Visa Program, a residency program obtained through a minimum investment of $300,000 held for 5 years. Benefits include residency for the applicant and their family, travel freedom, and the ability to live and work in Panama. The application process is fast, taking around 30 days.

Panama Qualified Investment Visa Benefits

Residency and Family Inclusion

  • Permanent residence for successful applicants.

Opportunity to bring the following dependent family members to Panama:

  • Spouse.
  • Unmarried children under 18.
  • Unmarried children who are between 18 and 25 years old and who are financially dependent on the main applicant.

Travel and Quality of Life

Ability to live, work and study in Panama and gain access to health and welfare systems provided by the Panamanian government upon approval.

Ease of Access

  • Opportunity to apply for citizenship after 5 years.
  • Fast processing time.
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Panama Residency Investment Visa Requirements

  • The applicant must make a qualifying investment in Panama.
  • The investment funds must be foreign-sourced.
  • The investment must also be held for at least five years.

Panama Residency by Investment Options

Investing in Panama real estate

5-year investment of USD 300,000 in Panama real estate.

Investment Securities in Panama

5-year investment of USD 500,000 in Panama securities.

Time Deposit

5-year time deposit of USD 750,000 in an approved Panama bank.

Panama Qualified Investment Visa Process

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Due Diligence And Application

Submission of application and supporting documents.

Approval And Investment

Successful applicants will receive a letter confirming the approval of the panama permanent residency.

Residency

The applicant becomes a permanent resident of Panama.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Panama Qualified Investor Immigration Program allows permanent residency through a minimum 5-year investment of USD 500,000 in real estate, securities, or a USD 750,000 bank deposit.

Eligibility for the Panama Qualified Investor Immigration Program requires a qualifying investment, proof of investment source, being 18 or older, a clean criminal record, and good health. Ineligibility arises from false application information, contagious diseases, security risks, or illegal entry/stay.

Dependents on the application can include the spouse, unmarried children under 18, unmarried children aged 18-25 if enrolled in school and financially dependent, and any dependents with disabilities.

Permanent residency in Panama allows for freedom of travel to and from Panama without the need to establish domicile; residency status requires visiting Panama at least once every two years.

The average processing time for the Panama Qualified Investor Immigration Program is 30 days.

After approval, applicants must visit Panama’s Immigration Department for photo and fingerprinting to receive their permanent residence card.

Proof of how funds were acquired is required for the Panama Residency by Investment program.

There are several ways to obtain permanent residency in Panama, but the Panama Qualified Investor Visa stands out as an excellent option for those looking to invest in the country. Here’s how it works:

The Panama passport is considered relatively powerful in terms of global mobility. It provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries, including popular destinations such as the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, and several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. This level of access enhances travel convenience for Panamanian passport holders, making it an attractive option for those seeking international mobility.