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Whether you’re seeking a better lifestyle, exploring investment opportunities, or starting a new chapter abroad, understanding Panama’s immigration process is the first step. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how an experienced immigration attorney can help you navigate the legal system, choose the right visa, and secure your residency smoothly and confidently.
A Immigration legal representative is a licensed legal professional authorized to represent foreign nationals before Panama’s Immigration and Naturalization Service (Servicio Nacional de Migración). Under Panamanian law, certain residency and visa applications must be filed by a lawyer for permanent residence, especially those involving long-term stays, investments, or citizenship.
Whether you’re a retiree, digital nomad, investor, or relocating your family, an immigration law attorney ensures you comply with legal requirements and avoid delays, rejections, or penalties.
Immigrating to Panama involves foreign laws, certified documentation, appointments, and legal filings in Spanish. Our experienced immigration law firm delivers peace of mind by handling:
We’re not just legal attorney, we’re your trusted partner in global immigration services.
Each client has a unique profile. These are the most common visa categories a Panama immigration attorney can help with:
If you’re investing in real estate, business, or forestry (reforestation visa), you may qualify for fast-track permanent residency.
One of the most attractive programs in the world for retirees. Requires proof of lifelong monthly income, starting at just $1,000 USD.
Designed for citizens of specific countries (like the U.S., Canada, UK, EU). Allows for residency through employment or economic ties.
For skilled foreign workers hired by Panamanian companies.
Available for spouses or children of Panamanian citizens. In some cases, citizenship is available after 1 to 3 years of residency.
To apply for residency, you’ll need to meet general legal standards for your selected visa. Our team will walk you through every requirement. Basic eligibility includes:
We help you collect, legalize, translate, and submit everything needed for approval.
According to Panamanian immigration law, all long-term visa filings must be submitted by a licensed immigration lawyer. This guarantees your process is legally valid and protects your rights.
Your attorney will evaluate your case and recommend the most suitable path, such as the Friendly Nations Visa, Pensionado Visa, Investor Visa, or Family Reunification.
We assist with apostilles, translations, declarations, and certifications to ensure your documents are fully compliant with Panamanian standards.
Our team files everything with the Immigration and Naturalization Service and monitors the process on your behalf, handling appointments, updates, and re-issuances if needed.
Once approved, you’ll receive your residency card, followed by your Panamanian cedula, and access to long-term benefits such as health care, banking, and taxation rights.
We are a multilingual immigration law office in Panama City. Our attorneys are licensed, experienced, and specialize in helping expats obtain permanent residence or citizenship.
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If you’re applying for a visa in Panama, especially permanent residency or citizenship, hiring a Panama immigration attorney is legally required and highly recommended. We support:
If you’re not sure which visa applies to your case, we encourage you to explore our client reviews and case studies. See what others like you have experienced before choosing your legal route.
Hear from those who have experienced our exceptional services.
An immigration lawyer cost in Panama typically ranges from $1,200 to $2,500 USD, depending on the visa type. This includes legal services, application management, translations, and appointment representation.
No. According to Panamanian immigration law, all long-term visa and naturalization attorney services must be filed through a licensed legal professional. DIY applications are not accepted.
Yes. Our family visa lawyers team can support spouses, dependents, and dual applications. We also help with marriage-based visas and joint economic filings.
To legally immigrate to Panama, you must apply through a licensed immigration attorney and meet all legal requirements. These include a valid passport, clean criminal background check, Panamanian health certificate, proof of financial means, passport photos, a completed visa form, and legal authorization for your attorney to represent you.
To qualify for permanent residency in Panama, most applicants must first obtain temporary residency. After two years, you may apply for permanent status if you have established economic or professional ties in Panama. Once approved, you will be eligible for a Panamanian national ID known as the Cedula.
You don’t need to figure it all out on your own. Whether you’re considering Panama as a future home or already planning your move, we’re here to help you legally, safely, and confidently.
