Demonstrate economic solvency by purchasing real estate in Panama with a minimum value of $300,000 USD.
The Real Estate Investment Option under Panama's Economic Solvency Visa allows applicants to obtain residency in Panama by purchasing qualifying real estate with a minimum total investment of USD 300,000.
This category is designed for investors, retirees, families and international buyers seeking a long-term presence in Panama while investing in tangible assets within one of the most attractive real estate markets in the region.
Unlike the Qualified Investor Visa, this immigration category applies exclusively to:
Newly completed properties
Resale properties on the secondary market
Existing titled assets already delivered or registered (land)
Pre-construction projects and developments under construction generally do not qualify under this immigration category.
If you are interested in investing in projects that are still in the development stage, we suggest evaluating the Qualified Investor Visa category, which may offer more suitable alternatives for this type of real estate investment.
Applicants can qualify by acquiring one or more properties whose combined value reaches the minimum investment threshold of USD 300,000.
Eligible real estate investments may include:
Residential apartments
Houses and villas
Commercial premises
Offices
Warehouses
Titled land or lots
Secondary market properties
Newly completed developer properties
The program offers flexibility for applicants who wish to diversify their investment across different asset types and locations within Panama.
Minimum property value: $300,000 USD
The property must be titled and free of liens
The property may be residential or commercial
The title must be registered in the applicant's name
Minimum investment amount: $300,000 USD
Government fees: from $1,650 USD
Consider the other available options within the same program
Common questions answered before your consultation.
Yes. Applicants can qualify for residency in Panama by purchasing qualifying real estate with a minimum value of USD 300,000. This option is designed for investors who prefer to support their immigration application with tangible assets such as apartments, houses, commercial premises, offices, warehouses or titled land.
Pre-construction and under-construction projects generally do not qualify under this category. The real estate option of the Economic Solvency Visa is normally based on completed, titled and registered properties. Investors interested in pre-construction projects should evaluate the real estate route of the Qualified Investor Visa.
Yes. Applicants can generally qualify through one or more properties if the combined registered value reaches the minimum investment threshold. Each property must be reviewed for title, liens, taxes and eligibility before being used for the immigration application.
A proper review should include verification at the Public Registry, title history, mortgages and liens, tax obligations, cadastral information, horizontal property regulations, the seller's authority and closing documentation. Legal due diligence reduces the risk of hidden liabilities and immigration delays.
Related topic: Property Purchase & Sale Legal Assistance.
The qualifying real estate investment must be maintained throughout the 3-year period, especially during the transition from provisional to permanent residency. Before selling, transferring or restructuring the property, investors should obtain legal advice to preserve immigration compliance.
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