Panama•North AmericaQualified Investor Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
30 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permanent residency through real estate investment of minimum $300,000. Fast-track approval and path to citizenship.
The Qualified Investor Visa is Panama's investment residency program for real estate investors. It provides one of the fastest paths to permanent residency in Panama (30 days) and can include family members.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
300,000 USD
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Property deed or investment confirmation
Proof of $300,000 investment
Certificate of good conduct
Police record from country of residence
Health certificate
Medical examination by approved doctor
Proof of funds origin
Demonstrating lawful source of investment capital
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Advantages
- Fastest approval (30 days)
- Immediate permanent residency
- No minimum residence requirement
- Can include family members
- Path to citizenship after 5 years
- No work restrictions
Considerations
- High capital requirement ($300,000)
- Capital must remain invested for 5 years
- Real estate market dependent
- Professional fees required
Application Process
Identify property
Select real estate, securities, or fixed-term bank deposit
Complete investment
Execute purchase or investment of minimum $300,000
Gather documentation
Property deed, investment confirmation, police record, health certificate
Submit application
File immigration application with investment documentation
Receive approval
Permanent residency approved within 30 days
Application Forms
Qualified Investor Visa Application
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