Friendly Nations Visa
Panama
Top Visa Choice: Among the most popular visa categories in Panama, available for individuals, families, or professionals from certain countries.
Flexibility: Invest in real estate, a fixed-term deposit, or secure a job offer to qualify.
Enhanced Opportunities: Gain even more opportunities with the option to request a work permit. This offers professionals the chance to work and live in Panama simultaneously.
Which Countries Qualify for Panama’s Friendly Nations Visa?
- Europe: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Great Britain, Greece, Croatia, Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Cyprus
- America: USA, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay
- Asia/ Africa: Australia, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, South Africa
For Italians, there is a special residency program under the Convenio Panama Italia Visa.
Fast Residency in Panama –
Your Plan B or Permanent Move
Looking for a quick way to become a resident of Panama?
The Friendly Nations Visa option is one of the fastest routes, whether you want to live there permanently or have a backup plan.
Popular and Practical Visa Choice
This visa category is highly favored in Panama. It’s open to individuals, families, and professionals who want to invest in real estate, set up a fixed deposit, or have a job offer.
More Possibilities with a Work Permit
For professionals aiming to work and live in Panama, there’s an added benefit – the chance to apply for a work permit. This widens your horizons and gives you more options.
How to apply for the Friendly Nations Visa in Panama successfully
The Friendly Nations Visa Panama lets citizens of specific countries apply for permanent residency, with the list including the UK, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Canada, USA, and more.
Initially, the Friendly Nations Visa Panama offers a two-year residence permit. After this, and meeting the set criteria, applicants can apply for permanent residency. The visa is flexible, applying to individuals and families, including spouses and children under 25. It also allows for work permit and the Panamanian ID card (E cedula) application.
1 / Real Estate
The property must be registered before the application submission and held for three years.
2 / Fixed-Term Deposit
3 / Job Offer
4 / Bank Account
Keep in mind, you can’t mix or change the investment options once you’ve chosen one. It’s important to decide upfront.
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Required Documents for Friendly Nations Visa Panama Application
To ensure a smooth application process, please email all required documents to our office in advance. This allows us to verify completeness and accuracy before proceeding.
1 / Police Clearance Certificate
Must not be older than six (6) months.
Must have an apostille (Canada Authentication from the Panamanian Embassy)
If you have a middle name, make sure that the name stated on the document is the same as in your passport.
All applicants must be of good repute.
Where do I get my Police Clearance Certficate?
- Germany: Bundesamt für Justiz (Führungszeugnis)
- Austria: Landespolizeidirektion Wien (Strafregisterbescheinigung)
- Switzerland: Bundesamt für Justiz (Privatauszug aus dem Schweizer Strafregister)
- USA: FBI (We recommend to use the services of a licensed Channeler to expedite the process)
- Canada: Royal Canadian Mounties (RCMP)
2 / Passport Photos
3 /Valid Passport
Applying with Family? Required Documents for Married Couples or Families with Children
If applying as a family with children or as a married couple, it’s essential to gather the following additional documents for the application process.
4 / Marriage Certificate
- Current marriage certificate or extract from the marriage register.
- Must not be older than six (6) months.
- Must have an apostille (Canada Authentication from the Panamanian Embassy)
Where to apply?
- Germany: Standesamtsbehörde (Auszug aus dem Heiratseintrag)
- Austria: Standesamtsbehörde (Auszug aus dem Heiratseintrag)
- Switzerland: Zivilstandswesen (Auszug aus dem Eheregister)
- USA: State Vital Records Office (Certified Copy of a Marriage Certificate)
- Canada: Depends on the province or territory where the event occurred.
5 / Birth Certificate (for CHILDREN ONLY)
- Current birth certificate or extract from the birth register.
- Must not be older than six (6) months.
- Must have an apostille (Canada Authentication from the Panamanian Embassy)
Where to apply?
- Germany: Standesamtsbehörde (Auszug aus dem Geburtenregister)
- Austria: Standesamtsbehörde (Registerauszug Geburt)
- Switzerland: Zivilstandswesen (Auszug aus dem Geburtenregister)
- USA: State Vital Records Office (Certified Copy of a Birth Certificate)
- Canada: Depends on the province or territory where the event occurred.
6 / Proof of domicile in Panama
If you have any inquiries about the necessary documents, feel free to reach out to us. We’re here to assist and provide answers to your queries, ensuring your understanding and guiding you through the process.
7 / Panama Bank Account
Find more information on opening a bank account here…
What is an Apostille?
The police clearance certificate, birth certificate and marriage certificate must be apostilled.
The term «apostille» originates from French and means «certification.» It verifies the authenticity and acceptability of a document to a foreign government. The apostille is added or stamped onto the document, signifying its official status. This is particularly crucial if you intend to use the document in another country, such as applying for the Jubilado Pensionado visa in Panama.
Germany
Police Clearance Certificate: Bundesamts für Auswärtige Angelegenheiten
Please be aware that the processing time for your apostille might be extended at present. It’s advisable to arrange for your police clearance certificate well in advance of your intended application to ensure timely preparation.
Birth Certificate/ Marriage Certificate: Regierungspräsidien or Bezirksregierung, Landesverwaltungsamt or Landesdirektion
Austria
Birth Certificate/ Marriage Certificate: Landesregierung (Vienna: Stadtservice Wien – Rathaus)
Switzerland
USA
FBI Report/ Letter from Social Security: US Department of State
Birth Certificate/ Marriage Certificate: Secretary of State
Canada
What Documents Does Our Office Prepare for You?
We’ll ensure all necessary steps are executed correctly to facilitate a smooth processing of your application.
Full Copy of Passport
During your first visit to our office, we’ll make a full copy of your passport and get it notarized. Our aim is to guide you through each step accurately, making sure your application goes smoothly.
Translation of Documents
Kindly send us all your documents in advance via email. This will allow us to make sure that all required documents are promptly forwarded to the translation agency for timely preparation of translations.
Health Certificate
Our office will handle all the essential steps to ensure your health certificate meets the criteria for your Jubilado Pensionado Visa application in Panama.
Formal Currency Conversion
If your pension certificate is not issued in US Dollars, our office will manage the process of requesting an official currency conversion from Banco Nacional in Panama. This will guarantee that your pension is converted into US Dollars, meeting the prerequisites for the Jubilado Pensionado Visa.
Power of Attorney, Formal Application, and Declaration of Liability (for Married Couples Only)
We prepare all the needed papers for you. When you come to our office for the first time, you’ll sign and we get them notarized. This careful process makes sure all the documents are right and legally acceptable, so your application for the Jubilado Pensionado Visa in Panama goes smoothly.
Affidavit and Forms
We’ll send you all the documents beforehand, and they’ll be in German or English, of course. Our office will make sure to arrange these documents properly, so they’re complete and accurate for your Jubilado Pensionado Visa application in Panama. If you have any questions or need help, we’re here to support you throughout the entire process.