🇵🇦 Panama · Employer-sponsored work
Personal Contratado por Empresas en virtud del Acuerdo Marrakech — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €867 |
| Minimum annual salary | PAB 18,000 |
| Proof of savings | €8,718 |
| Minimum investment | €43,590 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €970 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.migracion.gob.pa/permisos-migratorios/.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €867.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Permisos Migratorios ... (general list of visa requirement PDFs; Marrakesh-Agreement contracted-personnel work permit shows no salary threshold)”
“"Se requiere seguro de salud como parte de los requisitos."”
“general migration-permits index page; silent on permanent residence for this employer-contracted permit”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.