Is there a minimum period of time that I need to maintain my investment in Panama’s local stock exchange to count it towards a residency permit?

If I invest in Panama’s stock exchange to get residency (but also as interest-bearing investments), how long do I have to maintain the investment in the local stock exchange?

Answers

Marcos Kraemer

Kraemer & Kraemer

On Marcos Kraemer answered:

The qualified investor visa has a minimum investment holding requirement of 5 years.

Giovanna Bernal

Prime Solutions Tax & Legal

On Giovanna Bernal answered:

Yes, the minimum period is 5 years that you need to keep your investment at Panama's local stock exchange. Hope that helps!

Emilio Cornejo Vernaza

Panama Global Solutions

On Emilio Cornejo Vernaza answered:

In order to maintain your permanent residency status, you must keep your investment in the Panamanian Stock Exchange for up to five years, counted from the moment that the investment was allocated.