Panama's Friendly Nations Visa (FNV) allows citizens of 50+ approved countries to obtain Panama permanent residency within 3-6 months. Combined with Panama's territorial tax system (no tax on foreign-sourced income), a dollarised economy, and one of Latin America's most developed banking systems, it is a top choice for nomads seeking a second residency.
Panama government fees and attorney fees charged separately. Annual banking deposit required for some application routes.
Start My Panama ResidencyWe prepare apostilled birth certificate, police clearance, passport, and proof of economic ties to Panama.
We coordinate with our local Panama immigration attorney to file the FNV application.
Processing typically takes 3-6 months. We update you throughout the process.
The Panama permanent residency card (cedula) is issued. We guide you through final steps.
Panama's Friendly Nations list includes approximately 50 countries with which Panama has special diplomatic, economic, or migration relationships. Major countries on the list include the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Spain, and most of Western Europe, as well as several Latin American countries. We confirm your eligibility during onboarding.
The Friendly Nations Visa requires demonstrating economic ties to Panama. The most common route is opening a Panama corporation (sociedad anonima) and making a small investment, or making a qualifying bank deposit. A professional relationship with a Panama-registered entity also qualifies. We guide you through the most appropriate route for your situation.
Panama operates a pure territorial tax system. Income earned outside Panama is not subject to Panamanian income tax, regardless of residence status. Panama does not tax dividends from foreign sources, foreign capital gains, or foreign-sourced professional income. Consult a tax advisor in your home country about your exit tax obligations.
Yes. After 5 years of continuous Panama permanent residency (with minimum presence requirements), you can apply for Panamanian citizenship and passport. Panama's passport provides visa-free access to approximately 140 countries, including the EU Schengen area.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling, from first document to final approval.
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