MICS GLOBAL

Residency of Panama
by Investment

Panama, strategically located between Central and South America, serves as a global hub for international banking and commerce. The iconic Panama Canal, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, facilitates significant maritime trade, granting investors unparalleled access to global markets spanning the USA, East Asia, Europe, and Oceania.  

The Panama Residence by Investment Program, commonly referred to as the Panama Golden Visa, offers foreign nationals the opportunity to invest in the country’s burgeoning economy and obtain a residence permit. This program is designed to attract high-net-worth individuals, providing them with the right to live, work, and study in Panama. Notably, it offers a pathway to citizenship after five years of residence, with an accelerated timeline of one to three years for citizens of certain Latin American countries and Spain.  

Panama’s well-developed, service-based economy, combined with its strategic location and favorable investment climate, makes it an attractive destination for global investors seeking residence in a dynamic and growing nation.

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Panama Residence by Investment Overview

Panama presents an attractive opportunity for investors seeking residency through a streamlined investment process. This pathway offers advantages such as a favorable tax system, strategic access to global markets, and a high quality of life in a politically stable and rapidly growing economy.

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PROCESSING TIME

• 2 - 3 months

Visa-Free Countries

• Panamanian citizens enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries, including the EU Schengen Area.

Investment Types

• Real Estate Investment
• Fixed Deposit
• Stock Exchange Investment

INVESTMENT AMOUNT

• Minimum Real Estate Investment of $300,000 ($200,000 for the Friendly Nations)
• Fixed Deposit of $750,000 ($200,000 for the Friendly Nations)
• Minimum Stock Exchange Investment of $500,000

DEPENDENTS FAMILY

• Spouse, children under 18, and dependent children up to 25 and dependent parents.

KEY BENEFITS

• Right to live, work, and study in Panama.
• Access to high-quality healthcare and banking systems.
• Minimum stay requirement of once every two years.

Investment type and amount

1- Real Estate Investment - 5-Year hold

  • Minimum of $300,000 for Qualified investors
  • Minimum of $200,000 for Citizens of Friendly Nations

2- Fixed Deposit - 5-Year hold

  • Minimum of $750,000 for Qualified investors
  • Minimum of $200,000 for Citizens of Friendly Nations

2- Stock Exchange Investment - 5-Year hold

  • Minimum of $500,000

Why Choose MICS Global for Your Residency in Panama?

At MICS Global, we specialize in guiding investors through Panama’s residency programs with expert advice and a seamless application process. Our team ensures you receive personalized support, from selecting the right investment route to handling legal procedures, making your transition to residency smooth and stress-free.

With years of experience in global immigration services, MICS Global provides reliable and transparent solutions tailored to your needs. We help you navigate Panama’s investor-friendly policies, ensuring you maximize the benefits of residency, including tax advantages, business opportunities, and an exceptional quality of life.

  • With years of experience in global immigration services, MICS Global provides reliable and transparent solutions tailored to your needs. We help you navigate Panama’s investor-friendly policies, ensuring you maximize the benefits of residency, including tax advantages, business opportunities, and an exceptional quality of life.

Timeline

After retaining MICS and paying its initial professional fee, the first step is to choose the investment type and sign the property reservation agreement. The applicant must pay the 10% deposit of the investment property or selected financial option. The applicant can visit Panama in person or complete the process remotely via a video call.

For remote acquisition, the applicant needs to provide a notarized and apostilled power of attorney (POA) at the Panamanian consulate in their country of residence. MICS will guide the applicant through gathering all necessary documents and submitting them to the relevant authorities.

Panama’s Friendly Nations Visa program streamlines the process by requiring a straightforward set of civil documents. The applicant must pay the remaining investment balance within four weeks to proceed with the residency application.

Once the investment funds have been verified, the MICS processing team prepares and submits the residency application. At this stage, MICS’ second professional fee will be due.

The residency application process includes an appointment for biometric data collection in Panama. The applicant and immediate family members must travel to Panama to complete this step in person. After submission, the residency permit is issued within 6-8 weeks, allowing applicants and their family members to stay in Panama.

Once the permanent residency permit is granted, the applicant can collect the residency cards in person or authorize delivery through the nearest Panamanian consulate. This is the stage where the remaining balance of MICS’ professional fee will be due.

Panama Residency Permit Holders Advantages

KEY FACTS

Panama serves as a global trade and financial hub, connecting North and South America and facilitating international commerce through the Panama Canal.

Panama has one of the fastest-growing economies in Latin America, driven by banking, logistics, real estate, and trade.

No tax on foreign-earned income for residents, making it an attractive jurisdiction for international investors.

Investors are only required to visit Panama once every two years to maintain residency.

Panama offers modern infrastructure, excellent healthcare, and a stable banking system, making it a desirable destination for expatriates.

GLOBAL MOBILITY

Panamanian citizens can travel to over 140 countries visa-free or with a visa on arrival, including the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, and most of Latin America.

Investors can apply for Panamanian citizenship after five years of holding permanent residency, gaining access to a globally recognized passport.

As a regional trade hub, Panama offers easy connections to North America, South America, and the Caribbean, making it an ideal base for international business and frequent travel.

Panama does not officially recognize dual citizenship, but naturalized citizens often retain their original nationality, benefiting from dual travel privileges.

Asset Protection

Panama has one of the most stable and fastest-growing economies in Latin America, supported by a strong banking system and US dollar-based currency, ensuring a secure financial environment for investors.

Panama follows a territorial tax system, meaning only local income is taxed, while foreign-earned income is completely tax-free for residents.

The country has strong privacy laws, making it an attractive destination for wealth protection and offshore banking.

Panama does not impose taxes on capital gains, inheritance, or wealth, making it an ideal jurisdiction for long-term asset preservation.

Panama offers a secure legal framework for property ownership, allowing foreign investors to own land and assets with the same rights as locals.

The US dollar as legal tender, combined with a strong financial regulatory system, makes Panama a safe environment for asset diversification.

PANAMA VISA FREE COUNTRIES

Africa

  • Botswana
    Eswatini (Swaziland)
    Lesotho
    Morocco
    Namibia
    Seychelles
    South Africa
    Tanzania
    Tunisia
    Zambia
    Egypt *

America

    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Colombia
    • Mexico
    • Panama
    • Peru
    • Uruguay

ASIA

  • Armenia
    Azerbaijan
    Israel
    Kazakhstan
    Kyrgyzstan
    Malaysia
    Philippines
    Singapore
    Thailand
    Turkey
    Uzbekistan
    Bahrain *
    Bangladesh *
    Cambodia *
    Iran *
    Jordan *
    Laos *
    Lebanon *
    Maldives *
    Nepal *
    Sri Lanka *
    Tajikistan *
    Timor-Leste *

Europe

  • Albania
    Andorra
    Austria
    Belgium
    Bosnia and Herzegovina
    Bulgaria
    Croatia
    Cyprus
    Czech Republic
    Denmark
    Estonia
    Finland
    France
    Germany
    Greece
    Hungary
    Iceland
    Italy
    Latvia
    Lithuania
    Luxembourg
    Malta
    Moldova
  • Montenegro
  • Netherlands
    North Macedonia
    Norway
    Poland
    Portugal
    Romania
    Serbia
    Slovakia
    Slovenia
    Spain
    Sweden
    Switzerland
    Ukraine

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Ready to invest in your future? Contact us to learn more about Residency of Panama by Investment and how MICS Global can assist you with the entire application process!

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