VISA DE NÓMADA DIGITAL 2026
Panamá VISA DE NÓMADA DIGITAL
Short-Stay Remote Worker Visa · also known as the Panama Remote. Launched 2021. $3,000/month — 11% más barato.
Panama uses a territorial tax system — meaning 0% on foreign income. The short-stay remote worker visa gives you 9 months renewable once, but the real play is to convert to the Friendly Nations Visa for permanent residency.
Requisitos
Para optar a la visa de nómada digital de Panamá, debes cumplir los siguientes requisitos:
Estado Fiscal
⚠️ Tax rules change often and depend on your citizenship and total days abroad. Consult an international tax advisor before committing.
✅ Beneficios
- Uses US dollar — no exchange friction
- Territorial tax = 0% on foreign income
- Friendly Nations Visa for permanent residency
- Tropical weather year-round
⚠️ What to know
- 9 months + 9-month renewal = 1.5 years max
- Humidity is relentless
- Panama City skyline is modern, rest of country less so
Plan Your Stay
How long can you stay on this visa? Enter a target stay length — see where you land relative to the max term.
Solicitud Online
Applications go through the official Panamá immigration portal. Budget 4 weeks and a $300 application fee.
Official Panamá Application →Comparar con Otras Visas — Norteamérica
Preguntas Frecuentes
What is the Panamá digital nomad visa?
The Short-Stay Remote Worker Visa (Panama Remote) is Panamá's dedicated visa for remote workers and freelancers. It was launched in 2021 and runs for 9 months, with renewals available up to 1.5 years. Panama uses a territorial tax system — meaning 0% on foreign income. The short-stay remote worker visa gives you 9 months renewable once, but the real play is to convert to the Friendly Nations Visa for permanent residency.
What's the income requirement for the Panamá nomad visa?
You need to show proof of at least $3,000 per month in stable remote income. Employed by foreign company OR self-employed
How long does the Panamá nomad visa take to process?
Processing typically takes 4 weeks from submission to approval, though timelines vary by consulate and application completeness. The application fee is $300.
Will I pay taxes on the Panamá nomad visa?
Foreign income not taxed in Panama (territorial tax system) You become a tax resident if you spend more than 183 days in Panamá within a rolling 12-month period.
Does the Panamá nomad visa lead to residency?
No — this visa is designed for temporary stays and does not lead directly to permanent residency. If you want a long-term base, consider switching to a work or investor visa before the term ends.
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