Short answer: Panama Qualified Investor grants permanent residence through a new build from about USD 300,000. A visit every two years is generally enough to maintain status — suited to those wanting Americas PR with a low stay requirement.
Main requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Investment | New build from about USD 300,000 |
| Status | Permanent residency |
| Stay | Generally a visit every two years |
| Tax | Territorial (only Panama-sourced income taxed) |
Tax note
Panama uses territorial taxation, but becoming a tax resident still depends on presence or a permanent home. Holding PR alone does not automatically change your current tax residence.
Versus Cyprus and Greece
- Cyprus: new home EUR 300,000, direct PR, outside Schengen.
- Greece: can be lower property threshold, no stay requirement, but five-year residence.
- Panama: Americas PR, territorial tax, low stay requirement.
Who it suits
Applicants with a budget around the USD 300,000 level who want a back-up status in the Americas and do not need Europe.