Panama Friendly Nations Visa (PPT-PE)

Legal representation and full processing of the Provisional Residency Permit for Nationals of Specific Countries that Maintain Friendly, Professional, Economic, and Investment Relations with the Republic of Panama (PPT-PE), under Executive Decree No. 226 of July 20, 2021.

Scope of Services

• Legal advisory and strategy consultation
• Drafting of Power of Attorney and memorial
• Document preparation and review
• Filing and follow-up before the Servicio Nacional de Migración (SNM)
• Status tracking through approval

Benefits

• Two-year provisional residency, leading to permanent residency
• Right to work and conduct economic activities in Panama
• Cédula (national ID) issued to applicant and dependents
• Family inclusion: spouse, minor children, and full-time students under 25
• Most cost-efficient route for nationals of 50+ eligible countries

Eligible Nationalities (Decree 226/2021)

USA, UK, Germany, France, Spain, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Mexico, Peru, Colombia, and 30+ additional countries. Contact us at gerencia@bbplegalcorp.com to verify your nationality.

Professional Fees

US$2,500.00 + 7% ITBMS (VAT) — per Art. 4.2.1.2.4.2, Acuerdo No. 609-A of June 4, 2021, Colegio Nacional de Abogados de Panamá.

Government & Notary Costs (paid directly by client)

• Notary fees: ~US$30.00
• National Treasury: US$250.00 (certified check)
• National Migration Service (SNM): US$800.00 (certified check)
• Total government costs: ~US$1,080.00

Additional out-of-pocket expenses (apostilles, translations, health certificate, passport photos) vary by case and will be quoted individually. Dependent applications quoted separately: US$1,000 per dependent + ITBMS.

Legal Basis

Executive Decree No. 226 of July 20, 2021; Decree-Law No. 3 of February 22, 2008; Executive Decree No. 320 of August 8, 2008; Law 38 of 2000.

Approval timeline: Approx. 4–6 months from filing of complete file.