Panama runs more than one residency route, and they do not all apply to every nationality. This page explains why the Friendly Nations route is not open to Pakistani nationals and how the Qualified Investor route works.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Panama offers several residency routes, and they do not all apply to every nationality. Pakistan is not on Panama's Friendly Nations list, so the Friendly Nations route is not available to Pakistani nationals.
The Qualified Investor route does not depend on a country list and is open to applicants who make a qualifying investment. Confirm your position with the official authority.
The Qualified Investor route grants permanent residency in return for a qualifying investment. Recognised options include real estate, securities bought through a licensed Panamanian broker, and a fixed term bank deposit. Each option has its own minimum, so confirm the current figure for the option you choose.
Permanent residency under the Qualified Investor route can be approved relatively quickly once a complete file is submitted, though times vary. Treat any quoted timeline as indicative and confirm with the authority.
The table below sets out the main figures for the Qualified Investor route. Government fees and professional costs sit on top of the investment.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qualified Investor, real estate | From USD 300,000 | Property free of liens; projects still under construction may qualify |
| Qualified Investor, securities | From USD 500,000 | Bought through a licensed Panamanian brokerage |
| Qualified Investor, bank deposit | From USD 750,000 | Fixed term deposit, free of liens |
| Friendly Nations route | Not available to Pakistani nationals | Pakistan is not on the Friendly Nations list |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. National Immigration Service of Panama (Servicio Nacional de Migracion) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
No. Pakistan is not on the Friendly Nations list, so the Qualified Investor route is the available investment path. Confirm your position with the official authority.
Real estate, securities through a licensed Panamanian broker, or a fixed term bank deposit, each with its own minimum. Confirm the current figures with the official authority.
Residency can lead to naturalisation over time under Panama's general rules. Confirm eligibility and timing with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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