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Friendly Nations Visa 2026: Permanent Residency for 50 Nationalities

A residency for citizens from 50 Friendly Nations.

Only your passport and national ID from your country of origin are required.
You can include your family group (spouse, children, and parents).
IOne-time payment starting at $750 + fees.

Success rate 99.8%
Get your provisional residency in just 5 days – final approval within 6 months max.

Solicitante Principal
$3,000

Dependents ea
$2,200

Under 12 years old
$1,400

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Detail

Who can apply?

Panama's Friendly Nations Visa allows you to obtain permanent residency in the Republic of Panama if you are a national of one of the 50 friendly nations. This immigration program is ideal for those looking to settle legally, work, or invest in Panama through a fast process that takes only 5 days.

[ Complete List of Panama's 50 Friendly Nations]

Germany, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, USA, Slovakia, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, Great Britain (or United Kingdom), Greece, Holland (or Netherlands), Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Montenegro, Monaco, Norway, New Zealand, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea (or South Korea), Czech Republic, San Marino, Serbia, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Sweden, Uruguay, Peru, and the Republic of Latvia.

Permanent Residency for the whole family

Only the main applicant must be a citizen of a Friendly Nation. The application can include their spouse, children under 25 who are single and studying in Panama, and parents (if not from a Friendly Nation).

One entry to permanent residency

With the Residence Permit of Friendly Countries, you obtain a provisional residence for two (2) years, and after this period, you have the right to apply for the Permanent Residence. Permanent residency does not have an expiration date.

Work Permit for all dependents

Once you have obtained residency, you have the right to apply for a Permiso de Trabajo valid for 2 years and renewable. All dependents can also obtain a work permit through an individual application.

All the details of this Residence Permit and a free consultation with our AI assistant upon download

Access a summary with essential information where we explain everything you need to know about the Residence Permit under the Friendly Countries Agreement for Panama. It includes fees, processing times, prices, additional information, and a link to apply for one custom quote and the possibility of interacting with our virtual assistant to resolve your questions about this visa in your language.

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Process

How we work at Legalys?

Validate eligibility and gather required documents online.
Download the requirements, estimate your family budget, and schedule a free call with our team.
If applying with dependents, validate supporting documents (birth/marriage certificates)..
Receive a 90-day price quote.
We create a user for you on our platform ORBIS to upload documents.
Our team reviews everything to confirm eligibility.
We coordinate your trip to Panama and manage the whole process.
In just 5 days, you get your provisional residency card.

Price

Main Applicant

$3,000

Each Dependent

$2,200

Children under 12

$1,400

All immigration fees and processing costs are included in this rate.

$350 Notary expenses, forms, Processing and Provisional ID card, Multiple Entry Visa.

$250 Check to the National Treasury

$800 Check to National Migration Services

$1,600 Professional Fees.

The most competitive rates with the most expert team in Migration.

Unlimited access to our platform ORBIS - Track the status of your application online, direct assistance available at all times.

All prices include taxes (ITBMS)

Assistance

Assistance Center

These are some of the common questions about the Friendly Nations Residence Permit.

Frequently asked Questions

How long does the process take?

With LEGALYS, the process to obtain your processing card (carnet de trámite), which allows you to reside in Panama, starts quickly, achieving the card in just 5 business days. Provisional residency is granted through a resolution issued in approximately 3 to 4 months. After 2 years, you have the option to apply for definitive permanent residency.

What is the Panama Friendly Nations Residence Permit?

The Republic of Panama's Friendly Nations Visa program offers a permanent residence permit to citizens of 50 nations with which it maintains strong diplomatic, economic, and investment ties. This permit allows beneficiaries to legally and indefinitely live, work, and establish businesses in Panama.

Does the Friendly Nations Residence Permit allow me to work in Panama?

Once you obtain residency through the Friendly Nations program of Panama, you automatically acquire the right to apply for a Work Permit. This permit has an initial validity of 2 years and can be renewed indefinitely. With it, you have the freedom to work as an employee for any company or to establish your own business within the Republic of Panama.

Can I include my family in the Friendly Nations Residence Permit?

You can include as dependents your spouse (regardless of nationality), your single children under 25 who are studying in Panama, and your parents. It is important to note that all dependents obtain the same permanent residency status as the main applicant, allowing the entire family to reside legally in Panama.

Can I apply for this permit if I live outside my country of origin?

Yes, any citizen of a friendly nation, regardless of where they reside, can apply. They only need to appear in person in Panama.

Is it mandatory to work in Panama to obtain the Friendly Nations Residence Permit?

No. The job offer, real estate investment, or deposit are administrative requirements, but they are NOT binding. You are not obligated to work for the company mentioned in the contract.

How long can I stay outside of Panama?

During provisional residency, there is no strict requirement. Once you have permanent residency, you can stay outside indefinitely, but absences exceeding 2 consecutive years may affect the status.

Can my spouse and children (who are not from a friendly nation) obtain residency?

Yes, absolutely. If you include them in the initial application, their provisional residency will be approved simultaneously, regardless of their nationality.

Can the process be done entirely online?

No. It is not possible. Physical presence in Panama is mandatory for: bank account opening, medical examination, signing of a power of attorney, and administrative procedures.

Can I work remotely for a foreign company?

Yes, many residents do it. It is important to evaluate tax implications. Generally, if there is no local employment contract, a formal work permit is not required, only your residence permit is needed.

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Friendly Nations Visa 2026: Permanent Residency for 50 Nationalities

A residency for citizens from 50 Friendly Nations.