PANAMA
INVESTOR VISA
The Panama Investor Visa is a fast alternative offered by Panama to China nationals who wish to reside in the country. This immigration program allows applicants to obtain permanent Panama residency by investment in just 30 days and receive a special passport.
Who can apply?
Applicants must be over 18, have a clean criminal record, and provide proof of the legal origin of their investment funds.
The Panama Investor Visa is a fast alternative offered by Panama to China nationals who wish to reside in the country. This immigration program allows applicants to obtain permanent Panama residency by investment in just 30 days and receive a special passport.
Investment Options
To qualify for the Panama Investor Visa, applicants must choose one of the following approved investment categories:
Real Estate
Invest at least USD $300,000 in titled Panamanian property or a lien-free agreement.
Stock Market
Invest USD 500,000 or more in Panamanian securities for a term of 5 years.
Time Deposit
Open a USD 750,000 fixed term deposit in a Panamanian bank for 5 years.
Invest at least USD $300,000 in titled Panamanian property or a lien-free agreement.
Invest USD 500,000 or more in Panamanian securities for a term of 5 years.
Open a USD 750,000 fixed term deposit in a Panamanian bank for 5 years.
Advantages of Living in Panama
- Great quality of life and family benefits
- Include spouse & dependent children
- Citizenship eligibility after five years
- Modern healthcare & international schools
- Lower cost of living
REQUIRED
DOCUMENTATION
All applicants for Panama residency by investment must provide:
Apostilled or authenticated complete passport copy.
Five passport-size photos.
Apostilled national criminal background check (valid for 6 months).
Affidavit of personal background.
Health certificate from a Panamanian doctor.
Proof of investment with bank or property statements.
Letter from attorney submitting the application.
Additional Requirements
by Investment Type
For Real Estate
- Public Registry Certificate proving ownership
- Purchase contract and payment evidence
For Stock Market Investment
- Certificate from the Superintendency of the Securities Market
- Brokerage statement showing ownership of securities
For Fixed Deposit
- Certificate from the Superintendency of Banks
- Confirmation letter from the bank regarding deposit terms and duration
APPLICATION PROCESS
Processing Time: Approximately 30 Days
Legal Review and Submission
Your attorney will submit your Panama Investor Visa application and documents using a notarized or apostilled power of attorney.
Review and Approval
The Immigration Office will review and evaluate your application within approximately 30 business days. Once the review is complete, your application will be approved.
Residency Confirmation
After approval, your attorney will be notified on your behalf. At that point, you can plan your trip to Panama to obtain your permanent residency ID.
Optional Citizenship
After five years of holding permanent residency, you may become eligible to apply for Panamanian citizenship.
FAQs about Panama Investor Visa
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