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ABOUT US
Our licensed attorneys provide various legal services to our international clients. One of the areas of our practice is immigration laws and visa residency. Our team of trusted attorneys have been assisting expats to relocate to Panama in the past 15 years and our objective is to make sure the entire immigration process is a success.
If you are looking to obtain Freindly Nations Visa, Pensionado Visa, Qualified investors Visa or any Immigration services, consult with our trusted immigration attorneys now!
How Do I Get a Friendly Nations Visa?
Friendly Nations Visa is a residency program for citizens of 50 friendly nations. Applicants of Friendly Nations must demonstrate economic ties, such as an investment of at least $200,000, in a real estate property or having employment in Panama. The Friendly Nations Visa process grants an initial two-year provisional residency that leads to permanent residency, path to citizenship and holding Panama passport. Only Citizens of friendly nations are qualified for this program and can apply for permanent residency.
Friendly Nations Visa Options:
- EMPLOYMENT: Applicant must work for a Panamanian Company
- REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: Applicant must own a property in Panama with a minimum value of $200,000
- BANK DEPOSIT: Applicant must have a fixed deposit of $200,000 in a local bank in Panama for 3 years
If you are a citizen of the Friendly Nations and wish to relocate to Panama, get in touch with us for free consultation, eligibility and quote.
PENSIONADO VISA (Retirement Visa)
If you are receiving a pension(income) of $1,000 per month, we can assist you to apply for Pensionado visa and within 6 months, you’ll be granted permanent residency. The pensionado visa applies to all retirees from all over the world and provides many discounts to retirees. Yes, you can become a permanent resident with a Pensionado visa and enjoy your golden years in a tropical paradise. In addition, Pensionado Visa (retirement visa) allows you to bring your family (spouse and minor children) as well.
Summary Pensionado Visa Benefits & Discounts:
- 20% discount on doctor’s bills and 15% on hospital services
- 15% off dental and eye exams
- 10% discount on medicines
QUALIFIED INVESTORS VISA
Qualified Investor Visa is a pathway to permanent residency and Panama passport for individual investors who make a minimum of $300,000. investment. To qualify for this program, you can invest a minimum of $300,000. real estate, $500,000. in Panamanian stock exchange securities, or $750,000. in a fixed-term bank deposit, all of which require a five-year holding period. The investors visa program, established by Executive Decree 722 of 2020, allows for a streamlined process, with some applicants securing residency in as little as 30 days.
Investment options and requirements
- Real Estate Investment: An investment of $300,000. in a property is required and must be maintained for a minimum of five years.
- Panamanian Stock Exchange: An investment of $500,000. in securities via a Panamanian brokerage firm and must be maintained for five years.
- Fixed-Term Bank Deposit: A time deposit of at least $750,000. in a local Panamanian bank and must be maintained for a minimum of five-year.
If you are an international investor and considering to relocate for investment opportunities as well as residency / Panama passport, the investors visa program is ideal for you. Get in touch with us for free consultation, eligibility and quote.
✅ How to Immigrate from USA?
If you are an American citizen, and wish to immigrate, our trusted immigration attorneys can assist you to obtain residency. In fact, we have assisted hundreds of U.S. citizens to relocate in the past 15 years. Panama is a very safe country that provides a special visa program called “FRIENDLY NATIONS VISA” that grants permanent residency to American citizens. American retirees, who receive a private or government pension, can also apply under retirement visa program called “PENSIONADO VISA”, and obtain their permanent residency.
VISTO BUENO APPROVAL FOR U.S. CITIZENS
Panama requires FBI report from American citizens. In the event that an American citizen has a DING on his FBI report, our experienced immigration attorneys can assist them and resolve this issue by applying for Visto Bueno.
YES, WE HAVE HELPED MANY AMERICANS IN THE PAST THAT HAD A DING ON THEIR FBI REPORT AND NOW THEY ARE PERMANENT RESIDENTS.
✅ How to Relocate from Canada?
If you are a Canadian citizen, and wish to relocate, we can help you to obtain your permanent residency. Panama is a very safe country where you will enjoy tropical climate 12 months out of the year, no more snow or cold weather. Panama provides a special visa program called “FRIENDLY NATIONS VISA” that grants permanent residency to Canadian citizens. Canadian retirees, who receive a private or government pension, can apply under a program called “PENSIONADO VISA”, and obtain their permanent residency. We encourage Canadian citizens to get in touch with our trusted lawyers and find out how we can assist them to obtain their residency.
✅ How to Immigrate from anywhere?
At Panama Legal Center, our trusted attorneys have successfully assisted international clients from all over the world such as individuals from Europe, China, Australia, Middle East and Africa. Get in touch with us and we’ll advise you if you can qualify for a Panama visa residency and passport.
✅ How to Open a Bank Account (Remotely)?
We can assist clients to open a bank account in a local Panamanian bank. Panamanian banks require proof of income, bank references, proof of residency and personal identification for account setup. In addition, if you are an investor and wish to open a bank account, we can assist you to open a bank account remotely. For detailed information about how we can assist investors with opening a bank account remotely, get in touch with us.
WHY CHOOSE OUR IMMIGRATION LAWYERS?
✔ Licensing & Testimonials
Our immigration attorneys are fully licensed to provide immigration services for clients. We are experienced and can qualify each client based on his/ her profile. See testimonials of some of our clients.
✔ Trusted & Expert in Immigration Laws
Our immigration lawyers are trusted and have more than 15 years of experience handling hundreds of immigration cases such as friendly nations visa, pensionado visa amongst others, assisting Expats to obtain their permanent residency.
✔ Strong Communication Skills
Our trusted attorneys have strong communication skills and always strive to maintain clear, timely, and professional communication throughout the immigration process.
✔ Personalized Approach
At Panama Legal Center, we recognize personalized attention is the most important factor to achieve success and we strive to provide a customized solution that aligns with client’s profile.
Summary Our Legal Services
✅ Immigration services
We represent international clients who wish to immigrate to Panama and receive visa, permanent residency and Panama passport.
✅ Establishing International Business Companies (IBC)
We assist clients to set up IBCs, for international business activities to benefit from Panama’s favorable corporate laws.
✅ Setting up Private Interest Foundations (PIF)
We assist clients to set up Private Foundations, which serve as effective vehicles for ironclad asset protection and estate planning.
✅ Assistance with Opening Bank Accounts (Remotely)
The firm assist clients with opening personal & business bank accounts in Panama, allowing global business transactions.
✅ Asset Protection Plan
We specialize in developing ironclad asset protection plans, helping clients safeguard their wealth against potential claims, creditors and court seizures.
✅ Real Estate Transactions
We provide comprehensive support for clients looking to invest in Panama real estate properties, from conducting due diligence to transaction execution.
