Friendly Nations Visa (Permanent Residence for nationals of friendly countries) (Residencia para Nacionales de Países Amigos)

Friendly Nations Visa (Permanent Residence for nationals of friendly countries) is a residence route in Panama (Investorské / zlaté vízum). One of: US$200k Panamanian real estate (personal/company/foundation), US$200k 3-yr fixed deposit in Panamanian bank, or Panamanian employment contract. 2-yr provisional residence, then permanent; work permit available. Gov fees ~US$4,000 for family of 3.

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Panama

Permanent home established in Panama, or >183 days in fiscal year (or prior year)

Territorial: foreign income untaxed; tax residence separate from immigration status

Residence certificate: DGI TRC per year: home + economic and family ties; discretionary, 3–5 months

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 160'000. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.

How holders are taxed

Territorial tax: foreign-source income untaxed.

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Kategorie	Investorské / zlaté vízum
Investice	CHF 160'000
Poplatky (rodina)	CHF 3'200
Příjem / rok	—
Majetek	—
Min. pobyt	0
TP	2
Občanství	7
Práce	yes
Způsobilost	~50 listed nationalities (incl. Switzerland, EU, US, Canada; not Russia)
Daň	Territorial tax: foreign-source income untaxed.
Stav k	2026-10

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