Our attorneys review every detail of your application to ensure its successful approval.

1. Power of attorney (notarized) and application. The power of attorney must contain the name and nationality of the applicant's parents.
2. Three (3) photographs.
3. Duly certified copy of passport (notarized or authenticated as appropriate).
4. Certificate of Criminal Record.
5. Health Certificate.
6. Certified check for B/.250.00 payable to the National Treasury.
7. Certified check for B/.800.00 payable to the National Immigration Service.
8. Affidavit of Personal Background Form.
9. Certification from the Public Registry verifying the applicant's personal ownership of real estate with a minimum value of three hundred thousand (B/. 300,000.00). The certification must indicate that the property is free of encumbrances.
10. In the case of dependents:
11. 1. - Letter of Responsibility.
    2. - Proof of kinship.
    3. - Proof of address.
    4. - Persons over 18 years of age must present a certificate of single status and certified academic qualifications.

Exceptions to the Rule

1. When the properties are registered in the name of a private foundation, the foreigner may apply for this permit provided that he or she can prove that the founder and he or she or his or her dependents are the beneficiaries. The Public Registry certificate must show the designation of founder and beneficiary.

2. If the applicant can prove that they have paid the net sum of three hundred thousand balboas (B/.300,000.00) for real estate and the value of this property exceeds the required amount, they may finance the remainder through mortgage loans from a local bank.

3. In the event that the real estate property is registered in the name of a corporation, the foreigner may apply for this permit provided that the shares are registered and in the name of the applicant and dependent. Bearer shares will not be accepted. ​

D E S C A R G A R   C H E C K L I S T

How do we work at Legalys?

1. Confirm online that you are applying for this residence and that you have the necessary documents.
2. Download the requirements, a family budget, and get a free call from our team to clarify any questions.
3. If you include your family group, validate the documents proving your relationship (birth certificates, marriage certificates).
4. Get an online quote to lock in the rate for 90 days.
5. We will set up your user account on our ORBIS platform so that you can upload all your documents to our cloud.
6. Our team will review all your documents to ensure they are appropriate for applying for this visa.
7. We will coordinate your visit to Panama with you or begin the process if you are already here.
8. Once the process has begun, you will receive your temporary Resident Card within 5 days. ​

Principal Applicant

$3,000

Shop assistants

$2,200

Dependents under 12 years of age

$1,400

This fee includes all immigration and processing costs.

$350 Notary fees, forms, processing card and provisional card, multiple-entry visa.

$250 Check to the National Treasury

$800 Check to the National Immigration Service

The most competitive rates with the most experienced team in immigration.

Unlimited use of our ORBIS platform - Track the status of your application online, with direct customer service available at all times.

All our rates include ITBMS taxes.