Eligibility: Foreigners with one or more Panamanian children at least 5 years of age.
Main Requirements:
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Power of Attorney and Application
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Three (3) photographs
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Copy of passport (notarized)
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Criminal Record and Certificate of Good Health
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Certified checks: USD 250 (National Treasury) + USD 800 (National Migration Service)
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Personal Background Affidavit
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Letter of sponsorship and repatriation (notarized)
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Birth certificate of the Panamanian child with a USD 3 fiscal stamp
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Affidavit from the Panamanian parent confirming compliance with parental duties
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Proof of address (lease agreement, property title, or utility bill)
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Copy of permanent resident ID card or national ID (authenticated)
Permanent Residency (after 2 years)
May be requested with the same documents, except for the Police Clearance Certificate and the certified checks.
Legal Basis: Constitution of Panama; Law-Decree 3/2008; Executive Decrees 320/2008 and 583/2012; Law 38/2000.
Law Office of Edgardo Espinosa, Esq.
Panamanian Attorney
+507 6290-3468
info@lawyerinpanama.com