Permiso de Residente Permanente – Países Amigos (Friendly Nations)
A route to Panamanian permanent residency in a dollarized economy with a territorial tax s…
Record checked Oct 21, 2026 · official source not yet confirmed by our automated check
Summary
Residency route for nationals of Panama's designated 'Friendly Nations' that requires an economic tie: a job offer from a Panamanian employer, or a USD 200,000 real-estate purchase or USD 200,000 fixed-term deposit.
Dream spread
A route to Panamanian permanent residency in a dollarized economy with a territorial tax system.
Relocation reality check
Since 2021 the old 'open a bank account + show a business' route is gone: you now need a local job offer or USD 200,000 in Panamanian real estate or a 3-year time deposit, plus fees of B/.250 + B/.800. Remote work alone does not qualify.
Your fit signals
The real program is below — the 0–100 scoring is a paid feature.
Full match score — Solo / Household
The 0–100 move-match score, quality score, and would-stay breakdown — with confidence and full reasoning — unlock on Solo and Household.
See Solo & Household plansCheck: Friendly Nations citizenship
Applicant must hold citizenship from a country on Panama's Friendly Nations list.
Check: Panamanian job offer or USD 200,000 investment
Requires a job offer from a Panamanian employer, or USD 200,000 in Panamanian real estate, or a USD 200,000 fixed-term…
Reality engine
Four lenses on whether this move fits you — tap a panel to see the logic behind each signal.
Eligibility
Citizens of the listed Friendly Nations with a Panamanian job offer (letter stating position & salary) or a USD 200,000 real-estate or fixed-term-deposit investment.
Conditions
The program's rules on record, blockers first. Confirm each on the official source.
Friendly Nations citizenship
BlockerApplicant must hold citizenship from a country on Panama's Friendly Nations list.
Panamanian job offer or USD 200,000 investment
BlockerRequires a job offer from a Panamanian employer, or USD 200,000 in Panamanian real estate, or a USD 200,000 fixed-term deposit. Not a remote-worker route.
The long game
If Panama becomes home, here is the road from first visa to a second passport.
Panama · residency → PR → citizenship
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Costs & money
The amounts & terms on record from the official source. USD figures are estimates.
- Income requirement
- Professional or economic ties to Panama plus solvency — commonly $5,000+ in a local bank & proof of remote/professional income.
- Duration
- 24 months (about 2 years)
- Property purchase
- Not required
- Tax
- Panama taxes territorially (foreign-source income generally not taxed); verify with an advisor.
True cost to move
Upfront cash, reimbursements, and net position after approval — not headline incentive amounts.
- Flights & logistics$1,200
- Temporary housing (90 days)$2,400
Application roadmap
A practical sequence — adjust for your consulate and timeline.
1. Confirm official eligibility
Read the primary government source.
2. Gather income & employment proof
Bank statements, contracts, or tax records.
3. Book consulate / immigration appointment
Slots vary by country and season.
4. Prepare health coverage
Meet minimum coverage rules before arrival.
Community & lifestyle
Lived experience signals — not a substitute for official rules.
Meet people before you go
Existing communities already talking about life in 🇵🇦 Panama. Lurk, ask, make a friend — before the flight.
Facebook groups
Red flags
- Friendly Nations list only
- Bank deposit required
- Lawyer-assisted process common
- Not a cash incentive
Source trail
We could not fully confirm the key figures against the official source. Check it yourself before relying on them.
Rule changes
CasaSedora last checked the official source on 14 Nov 2026. Changes appear here once two independent automated checks agree on them, or a person confirms them.
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The official program page is gone (HTTP 404/410 on 3 checks in a row).
Our summaries point you to what moved — always confirm details on the official source.