The Active Investor Visa in Panama, also known as the Entrepreneur Immigration Program, offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and freelancers to obtain residency in Panama without any investment. This program provides a pathway to permanent residency and eventually citizenship for eligible individuals from "friendly nations”.
MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT
Panama's entrepreneur visa offers numerous benefits for international entrepreneurs and freelancers. This program provides a path to permanent residency and eventual citizenship without requiring any significant investment. Key advantages include a quick application process, minimal stay requirements of just one day every two years, and the ability to include family members.
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Overview
Start a business in Panama to obtain residency
Eligibility Requirements
Citizenship of one of Panama’s “friendly nations”, + Intention to own or invest in a business in Panama
Anchor Ancestor restrictions
Months to citizenship
Length of Visa
Initial 2-year temporary residency, can be renewed for permanent residency
Months to Visa
1 week (provisional residency) 4-6 months (full residency)
Physical Presence Requirement
One visit every two years
Availability
Applications must be submitted through a licensed Panamanian attorney
Family Allowance
Spouse and children
Overview
Overview
Our experienced team will guide you through each stage of the application process, offering personalized assistance tailored to your needs.
We'll help you gather and organize the documents you need for applying.
Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.
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DOCUMENTS
Passport
Marriage certificate and birth certificates of dependents (if applicable)
Proof of current address (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.) may be required
Police clearance certificate from the country of origin or residence for the past 2 years
Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment+Property purchase agreement or business investment documents+Proof of Funds: Documentation demonstrating the source of the investment funds (e.g., tax returns, bank statements).
DOCUMENTS
Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences
Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization
Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services
Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees
Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing
Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing
Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates
Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)
Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests
Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees
Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services
Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services
Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates
Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees
Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees
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