Secure Your Freedom With a Panama Passport and Legal Residency

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If you’re exploring options for a secure, well-respected second passport, the Panama passport may be exactly what you’re looking for. Whether you’re an investor, frequent traveler, or someone seeking global flexibility, this guide will help you understand what the Panama passport offers, how to qualify, and what steps to take.

What Is the Panama Passport?

A Panama passport is the official travel document issued to citizens of the Republic of Panama.
It grants access to over 140 countries visa-free and is a highly respected second passport option for expats, investors, and retirees.

Unlike in other countries, Panama does not tax foreign-earned income and allows dual citizenship in practice, making it an ideal base for global citizens.

Why the Panama Passport Is Gaining Global Attention

The Republic of Panama passport is one of the most attractive travel documents in Latin America. It offers strong global mobility, financial privacy, and a stable legal system. Here’s why it stands out:

  • Visa-free access to 140+ countries, including the EU, UK, and most of South America
  • No exit tax or worldwide income tax for residents
  • Reliable and fast-track naturalization options under certain visa programs
  • Affordable and legal path to dual citizenship

Who Should Consider a Panama Second Passport?

A Panama second passport is ideal for:

  • Entrepreneurs and investors looking for tax-efficient jurisdictions
  • U.S., Canadian, or European citizens seeking political and financial diversification
  • Retirees moving to Panama through popular visas like the Friendly Nations or Pensionado Visa
  • Families wanting to secure a future outside their country of origin

Passport Requirements for Panama: Who Can Apply?

To get a Panama passport, you must first become a naturalized citizen of Panama. The process is legal, structured, and managed through the Ministry of Government and Justice.

General requirements include:

  • Minimum 5 years of legal residency (reduced to 3 years in special cases: marriage, birth of children, or certain nationalities)
  • Proof of economic ties, such as real estate ownership or business operations
  • Clean police record from your country of origin and from Panama
  • Basic Spanish proficiency and integration into Panamanian society

How to Get a Panama Passport: Step-by-Step

Hire a Lawyer

  • Under Panamanian law, a licensed immigration lawyer is required to file your naturalization and passport application. This ensures your process is valid and complies with all legal standards.

Secure Residency

Select a pathway that suits your situation:

  • Friendly Nations Visa
  • Investment Residency
  • Reforestation Program
  • Retirement (Pensionado) Visa
  • Marriage to a Panamanian

Maintain Legal Status

  • Stay compliant by renewing your residency and filing tax declarations when required. Maintain physical presence and ties to Panama.

Apply for Naturalization

  • After fulfilling residency time and legal requirements, your lawyer will submit your application to the Ministry of Government.

Get Your Panama Passport

  • Once panamanian citizenship is granted, you may apply for the Panama passport. In many cases, it’s issued in as little as 3 days after approval.

Licensed Panama Lawyers Guiding Your Passport Journey

Meet the lawyers who will guide your journey, experts in Panamanian immigration law, fluent in English, and dedicated to helping remote professionals like you make a successful move to Panama. You’re not just hiring a service, you’re gaining trusted legal allies.

A. Branly

Founder

I am a self-motivated and self-taught professional who likes to solve problems.

A. Branly

Founder

I am a self-motivated and self-taught professional who likes to solve problems.

A. Branly

Founder

I am a self-motivated and self-taught professional who likes to solve problems.

Can You Buy a Panama Passport?

Let’s be clear: you cannot legally buy a Panama passport. However, you can make a qualifying investment that leads to permanent residency and citizenship faster than other options.

The Qualified Investor Visa allows you to obtain permanent residency in 30 days with:

  • $300,000 in real estate
  • $500,000 in securities
  • $750,000 in a Panama bank deposit

While this is not a direct sale of citizenship, it is a legal and government-backed fast-track pathway to get a Panama passport.

Why Clients Trust Us With Their Citizenship Journey

Hear from those who have experienced our exceptional services.

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Samuel K.
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43, United States
After 5 years of permanent residency through the Friendly Nations Visa, I finally became eligible for naturalization. Agroup handled the entire process and guided me to the finish line. I had my Panama passport in hand just days after approval.
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Lucía V.
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38, Spain
I started with a reforestation investment and wasn’t sure how to navigate the path to citizenship. Agroup Consulting was incredible from day one. They structured the residency process, kept me compliant, and ultimately secured my Panama passport without delays.
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han P.
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35, Australia
My Panamanian wife and I decided to settle down in Panama. Agroup helped me gain permanent residency, then citizenship after just one year. Getting my passport was fast and stress-free thanks to their legal team.
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Camila R.
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29, Canada
I qualified for citizenship through my Panamanian mother. Agroup took care of all the legal steps, and just a few days after my citizenship was confirmed, they helped me apply for and receive my Panama passport. Professional, responsive, and efficient.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long does it take to get a Panama passport?

It usually takes five years of residency to qualify, though it may be reduced to three under certain conditions (like marriage or having Panamanian children). After naturalization, the passport is issued in a few weeks.

Yes, Panama permits dual citizenship in practice. While applicants must formally renounce previous citizenship during naturalization, this renunciation is not always enforced if not recognized by the country of origin.

Yes, but indirectly. You can invest under the Qualified Investor program, get permanent residency in 30 days, and apply for citizenship after five years. It’s a legal and efficient route but not a direct passport sale.

Yes, the Panama passport offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 140 countries, including the EU, UK, and much of Latin America. It’s respected for its travel freedom, stable government, and favorable tax laws, making it a strong option for global mobility.

Panama offers a clear and legal process to obtain citizenship, but it requires time and compliance. You must first obtain permanent residency, live legally in Panama for 3 to 5 years, and meet naturalization requirements. With the right legal guidance, the process is manageable.

Ready to Get Your Panama Passport?

Our team is here to help you make this move confidently. Whether you’re just exploring your options or ready to start the process, we offer full legal support from your first consultation to passport delivery.