Qualified Investor Visa
Panama
Last updated: December 27, 2025
5 years
$10,000
30–40 days
Medium
About this Visa
The Panama Qualified Investor Visa lets you become a permanent resident by investing money in Panama. You get permanent residency immediately—no waiting period. This visa is for anyone with money to invest. You can invest in real estate, stocks, or a bank deposit. You get to live in Panama, work freely, start a business, and become a citizen after 5 years if you want. What makes it special? You get permanent residency right away. You only need to visit Panama once every 2 years. Your foreign income is tax-free. You can work without getting permission first. You can bring your family.
Key Benefits
- Work freely without a special work permit
- Start a business anywhere
- Your foreign income is completely tax-free
- Bring your spouse, children, parents, and disabled relatives
- Live anywhere in Panama
- Visit Panama only once every 2 years to keep your status
- Get a special travel document for international travel (new in 2025)
- After 5 years, become a Panamanian citizen with visa-free travel to 147+ countries
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- At least 18 years old
- No criminal record
- Good health
- Legal, foreign-sourced money
- $300,000–$750,000 to invest (keep for 5 years)
- No Spanish language requirement
- No education requirement
- No work experience requirement
Financial Requirement
You need $300,000–$750,000 to invest depending on your choice. The money must come from outside Panama. You must show bank statements and documents proving where it came from.
Documents
- Valid passport6+ months remaining
- Criminal background checkFrom your country
- Passport photos5 photos
- Health certificateFrom a doctor
- Bank statements6 months of statements
- Bank letterConfirming your money transfer
- Proof of money sourceTax returns, property sale, inheritance, etc.
- Investment proofProperty deed, stock certificate, or bank deposit letter
- Property clearanceFor real estate: proof the property has no debts
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.