The requirements to renew a permanent resident card issued by the Panama Electoral Tribunal are as follows: Request an appointment online Visit the Panama Electoral Tribunal office and bring your permanent resident card with you Pay US$75.00 Processing time: 3-4 business days approximately This application can filed before the Panama…
The rights of victims are special guarantees granted to those who have suffered harm as a result of crime and serious human rights violations. Human rights are rights inherent to all human beings, without distinction of nationality, place of residence, sex, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, language, or any…
Temporary permit for educational purposes This type of immigration permit is issued to a foreigner who wishes to study on a full-time basis in Panama. He/she can pursue studies at the primary, secondary or tertiary levels in a private or public educational institution that is recognized by the Panamanian Ministry…
Panama Judicial Branch The Administration of Justice is free, expeditious, and uninterrupted. The pleadings and action of all Court proceedings shall be recorded on simple paper, and shall not be subject to any tax. Vacations of the Justices, Judges or Judicial Branch employees shall not interrupt the continuous functioning of…
Regular people The requirements to obtain a Panamanian passport for the first time are the following: Panama birth certificate and proof of payment of stamp duty Valid national identity card in original. Without this document the application cannot be processed Cost: US$100.00 Panama Passport Renewal Valid national identity card…
A written employment contract must include: Name, nationality, age, sex, marital status, domicile and identification card number of the parties. When the employer is a legal entity, its name or corporate name, its domicile, the name of its legal representative, and its registration data in the public registry office must…
Panamanian citizenship is acquired by birth, by naturalization or by Constitutional provision. The following are Panamanian by birth: Those born in the National territory; The offspring of parents who are Panamanian by birth, born outside the territory of the Republic, provided they establish their domicile in the National territory; The…
What is a Justice of the Peace? A Justice of the Peace is the authority in charge of preventing and punishing behaviors and acts that alter peace and peaceful coexistence in the community. What matters are handled by a Panamanian Justice of the Peace? Disturbance of peaceful coexistence, provided…
Panamanian translators have been used in courtrooms for many years now and they have become an integral part of the legal system. They help with criminal cases, lawsuits, and other legal proceedings. But what is a translator’s role as an expert witness? A court translator is a person who provides…
If you are thinking about getting married in Panama, you are making a wise decision. Panama is a beautiful country with friendly people, and it offers many advantages for couples who want to get married. In addition to the many stunning locations to hold your civil wedding ceremony, Panama also…
