💻 Immigration & residency · data checked on 28 Oct 2026
Panama digital nomad (remote worker) visa
It lets you live in Panama while working remotely for employers or clients abroad. It is not a residency but a short-stay visa, yet it lets you stay and work remotely without any other permit.
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Who is it for?
Employees of foreign companies or freelancers with clients outside Panama whose income comes from abroad.
Key facts · data checked on 28 Oct 2026
- Minimum income
- B/.36,000 a year from foreign sources (the employer letter must show at least B/.3,000 a month)
- Duration
- 9 months, renewable once for the same period
- Fees
- B/.250 to the SNM + B/.50 for the card
- Health insurance
- Required, covering Panama for the whole stay
- Local work
- No: you sign a declaration not to accept work in Panama
General requirements
- Power of attorney and application through a lawyer, certified passport, three photos, police record, health certificate and sworn statement.
- Proof of the foreign company and a signed letter with role, duties, salary and remote arrangement; or, if self-employed, your company registration and a notarised statement of your clients.
- Proof that the money comes from abroad: bank certificate or statement.
- Valid health insurance policy covering Panama.
- If you want to stay long term, compare it with Friendly Nations or pensionado: this visa allows at most two periods.
Next step
Apply for the remote worker visa with Trámites Visa Panamá
tramitesvisapanama.com →Digital nomad visa guide
tramitesvisapanama.com →Digital nomads and territorial tax (Panama Vault)
panamavault.com →General insurance information (cotizarseguropanama.com)
cotizarseguropanama.com →Free consultation with Trámites Visa Panamá
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FAQ
How much must I earn for the digital nomad visa?
At least B/.36,000 a year from foreign sources; your employer letter must show an income of no less than B/.3,000 a month.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes. The policy must cover Panama for the whole stay. We do not recommend insurers; for general information on health insurance you can see cotizarseguropanama.com.
How long does it last?
Nine months, with a single renewal for the same length.
Official sources (data checked on 28 Oct 2026): SNM – Visa de corta estancia como Trabajador Remoto (PM18, DE 198 de 2021)
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