Permanent visa based on economic solvency through mixed investment (fixed-term deposit and real estate):
Foreigners who invest a minimum sum of three hundred thousand Balboas (B/.300,000.00) in real estate or fixed-term deposits, or a combination of both, and can demonstrate that the funds originate from abroad, may apply for this residence visa.
This visa is granted for a period of two years, and subsequently, upon expiration, the applicant may apply for permanent residence with the right to a permanent resident card issued by the Electoral Tribunal of Panama.
To include dependents, an additional investment of B/. 2,000.00 is required.
The requirements to apply for provisional residence are as follows:
- Powers of attorney and forms that we will provide for your signature.
- Five (5) passport-sized photographs.
- Copy of your passport's complete pages with a minimum validity of three months.
- Criminal record certificate from the country of origin or residence, duly apostilled or authenticated at the Consulate of Panama in the country where it was issued.
- Certificate of good health issued by a doctor in Panama.
- Payment of B/.250.00 to the National Treasury for the right to migratory category. (Certified check)
- Payment of B/.800.00 to the National Immigration Service for repatriation deposit. (Certified check)
- Banking certification confirming the opening of a fixed-term deposit account in the name of the applicant, with an amount of three hundred thousand Balboas (B/300,000.00) or its equivalent in foreign currency, and with a minimum duration of three (3) years, in any general licensed bank in the national territory. This fixed-term deposit must be free of liens.
- Copy of the fixed-term certificate authenticated by the bank.
- Certification from the Public Registry proving ownership of real estate, in the applicant's name, with a minimum value of three hundred thousand Balboas (B/300,000.00). The certification must indicate that the property is free of liens.
Observations:
- When the real estate is registered in the name of a private interest foundation, the foreigner may request this visa if they can demonstrate that the founder and either themselves or their dependents are the beneficiaries. The Public Registry certificate must show the designation of the founder and beneficiary.
- In the event that the applicant can prove they have paid the net sum of three hundred thousand Balboas (B/.300,000.00) for real estate, and the property's value exceeds the required amount, they may finance the remainder through mortgage loans from a local bank.
- If the real estate is held in the name of a corporation, the foreigner may request this visa as long as the shares are nominative and registered in the name of the applicant and dependents. Bearer shares will not be accepted.
- In cases of individual economic solvency for mixed investments, it should be clarified that the total sum of the invested assets must be of a value of three hundred thousand Balboas with 00/100 (B/.300,000.00). Both assets must be free of liens.
DISCLAIMER:
Completing this assessment does not guarantee that you will be able to successfully immigrate. The information provided does not constitute legal advice.
*The information contained on these pages is for general use only and is not a substitute for speaking to an immigration attorney and should not be relied upon as case specific advice in any form whatsoever. It does not constitute formal legal advice or give rise to any lawyer-client relationship. Panama Immigration Specialists disclaims all liability resulting from reliance upon this general information. We recommend you consult with immigration lawyers directly to receive the most up-to-date information and advice.