Panama’s Qualified Investor Visa minimum investment threshold of $300,000 is set to expire on October 15, 2026. After this date, the minimum permanently rises to $500,000.
This $200,000 price increase represents one of the most time-sensitive residency-by-investment windows available globally in 2026.
What Is the Panama Qualified Investor Visa?
The Qualified Investor Visa (QIV) is Panama’s premier residency-by-investment program. It offers permanent residence with a qualifying investment in real estate, securities, or time deposits. The real estate option — requiring a minimum $300,000 purchase — is the most popular route.
Key Benefits
- Permanent residence status from day one
- 30–45 business day processing — among the fastest in the Americas
- No minimum stay requirement — no residency days required
- Path to citizenship after 5 years
- Dollarized economy — no FX risk if you hold USD
- Territorial tax system — foreign income is tax-free
Why the Deadline Exists
Executive Decree No. 193 temporarily reduced the investment threshold from $500,000 to $300,000 to stimulate foreign investment. The reduced threshold was extended but is set to permanently revert to $500,000 on October 15, 2026.
What This Means for Investors
Acting before the deadline locks in the $300,000 threshold. Filing after October 15 requires the full $500,000 minimum — a $200,000 price increase.
Timeline: What You Need to Do
| Timeline | Action |
|---|---|
| Now – August 2026 | Begin property search and due diligence |
| August – September 2026 | Complete purchase, open Panamanian bank account |
| September – October 2026 | Submit QIV application to National Migration Service |
| Before October 15 | Ensure all documentation is filed |
Originally published at GlobalPropAI.com
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