Most passport holders receive 90 days on arrival. Canadians & some Europeans often get 180 days, but this is discretionary. Overstays incur a $50/month fine and can jeopardize future entries.
Yes—any non‑Spanish document requires an official translation by a Panamanian court‑certified translator. AskPanama handles this locally.
Immigration demands originals with wet signatures. Couriers (DHL/FedEx) are fine, but keep tracking and send scans first so we can pre‑check.
Not fixed, but immigration wants to see consistent income or corporate activity that supports your stay. We recommend evidence of $1,000+/mo.
No, but if you leave before getting your multientry visa ($50), you’ll pay a $2,000 penalty on re‑entry. We secure the multientry within 10 days.
A 6‑month photo ID issued after your file is submitted. It lets you live, open utilities, sign leases, and re‑enter Panama (with multientry stamp).
The E‑Cedula (national ID) is optional but highly recommended—it replaces carrying your passport and speeds up everything from SIM cards to bank queues. AskPanama arranges it post‑approval ($65 government fee).
After 5 years of permanent residency (3 years if married to a Panamanian). Dual citizenship is permitted for many nationalities; check your home country’s rules.
Yes—dependents file simultaneously. Budget +$1,000–$1,500 legal fees per dependent, plus police/birth certs. Kids under 12 skip the police record.
No—one investment covers the family, but income requirements scale (e.g., Pensionado +$250 per dependent).
Panama recognizes de facto unions (minimum 5‑year cohabitation) but documentation is tricky. A legal marriage simplifies everything.
Felonies within the last 5 years or crimes against minors are grounds for denial. Minor infractions (e.g., DUI) may pass with a legal brief. Consult us first.
Immigration only counts bank‑traceable fiat. Convert crypto to USD, then wire to a Panamanian bank or escrow account before filing.
Same‑sex marriage isn’t yet recognized, so couples apply separately or use investor visas. Advocacy is ongoing; we can advise on current work‑arounds.
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