With rising bureaucracy and political pressures in Russia, many families are seeking a secure Plan B abroad. The Panama Visa for Russian Citizens provides stability, global mobility, and a trusted alternative to residency. Our updated 2025 guide shows how you can secure residency in just 3 days with the support of our legal team.
A Panama visa for Russian citizens is a legal permit that allows Russians to live, work, invest, or retire in Panama beyond the 90 days allowed for tourism. Depending on your goals, you can apply for residency through programs such as the Friendly Nations Visa, the Pensionado (Retirement) Visa, or other investment-based options. Each visa offers a pathway to long‑term or permanent residency, giving you access to Panama’s tax advantages, affordable lifestyle, and global mobility.
Panama is more than just a tropical paradise. For many Russian nationals, it offers legal residency with tax benefits, a stable economy, and a simple immigration process supported by clear laws. Whether you’re looking to retire, invest, or relocate with your family, Panama provides a reliable alternative to a better quality of life.
From business owners to retirees, Russian citizens see Panama as a strategic and welcoming place to build their future, and several options are available for them to explore.
For many Russian investors and families, Panama offers what Russia cannot easily provide: security, international mobility, and a reliable Plan B abroad. Obtaining residency in Panama means protecting your wealth in a dollar-based economy, accessing affordable world-class healthcare, and creating global opportunities for your children. With the right visa, you can secure long-term residency, ensure generational stability, and enjoy a higher quality of life in a safe and welcoming country.
Although Russia is not part of the Friendly Nations Visa (FNV) list, Russian nationals with dual citizenship in an eligible European country may apply for Panama’s Friendly Nations Visa, since most EU countries are included in this program. Under the current rules, applicants may qualify by purchasing real estate in Panama with a minimum value of USD 200,000, securing a job offer with a Panamanian company, or placing a USD 200,000 time deposit for three years in a Panamanian bank. The process grants a two-year provisional residency, followed by permanent residency upon meeting the program’s requirements.
Another popular option for fast-track residency is the Panama Investment Visa, designed for Russian investors seeking business opportunities in Central America. Certain programs grant permanent residency in just 30 days with a minimum investment of USD 300,000 in Panama, whether through real estate, a fixed-term bank deposit, securities, or an approved reforestation project.
If you’re retired and have a lifetime pension of $1,000 or more per month, you may qualify for this visa. The Panama retirement visa requirements are simple and the benefits include:
Although the exact documents vary depending on your visa type, most applicants will need to provide:
Working with legal advisors who understand Panamanian immigration laws, and the specific challenges for Russian nationals, will help you avoid delays or denials.
As of 2025, the process of obtaining a Panama visa for Russian citizens remains the same. While specific requirements may vary depending on the visa type, the overall procedure follows a well-defined structure. Below, we outline the key steps typically involved in securing legal residency in Panama.
Under Panamanian law (Decree Law No. 3 of 2008, Article 28), all visa applications must be filed through a licensed immigration attorney. Our Panama immigration attorneys will guide you from the first consultation, making sure every requirement is met, and stay with you until your residency is officially approved.
The next step is to collect the required documents for your visa, such as police clearance certificates, proof of financial solvency, and, if applying with family, marriage and birth certificates. All documents must be apostilled and translated into Spanish. Don’t worry, our team will guide you step by step in obtaining these documents and the necessary apostilles in your home country.
Once your documents have been reviewed and approved by our attorneys, we will schedule your first trip to Panama. You should plan to stay at least three days in Panama City to complete the visa application process. Upon arrival, our team will pick you up from the airport and have all documents ready for your signature. Within a maximum of three days, we will accompany you to the National Immigration Service to file your application.
Within three days, we make sure your visa application is filed and you receive a provisional residency card valid for six months. During this period, you can either stay in Panama or return to your home country. Once the Immigration Office finishes processing your case, whether it results in a temporary or permanent residency card, our team will notify you and personally accompany you to “Migracion” to collect it.
Warning:The steps outlined above reflect the process carried out exclusively by our attorneys, backed by more than 15 years of experience and a record of 0% visa rejections. Thanks to this expertise, most applications are finalized in just 3 days. Working with traditional firms often results in longer waiting times, and incomplete documentation can significantly increase the risk of delays or even a visa denial.
At Agroup Consulting, we work with top Panama immigration attorneys specializing in Panama Visas for Russian nationals. With over 15 years of experience, a 0% denial rate, and the trust of more than 100 expats in Panama, our firm delivers trusted services that help you secure residency with complete confidence.
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Russian citizens do not need a visa for short visits to Panama. You can enter Panama as tourist and stay for up to 90 days without applying for a visa in advance. However, this entry is strictly for tourism or short-term purposes. If you wish to live, work, invest, or retire in Panama, you must apply for a residency visa under Panama’s immigration programs.
The timeline varies by visa type. Investment and pensionado visas can be approved in 30 to 90 days, while tourist visas may take less. We help you prepare everything so you can get approved as quickly as possible, without delays or rejections.
Absolutely. The Panama investment visa allows Russian citizens to gain residency by purchasing real estate worth $200,000 or more. This is one of the most direct and stable ways to establish legal residency in Panama.
Yes. Most Panama visa programs allow you to apply with your spouse and dependent children. You’ll need apostilled marriage and birth certificates, plus legal translations. We take care of all those details for you.
Thousands of Russian nationals are already making the move. Whether you’re seeking a second home, business opportunities, or a retirement plan, we’ll help you do it right.
