🇵🇦 Panama · Employer-sponsored work
Contratado en Puesto de Confianza Ejecutivo Experto Empresa Zona Franca — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,569 |
| Minimum annual salary | USD 3,000 |
| Proof of savings | €4,359 |
| Minimum investment | €17,436 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 25–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €131 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 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/wp-content/uploads/11.CONTRATADO_EN_PUESTO_DE_CONFIANZA_EJECUTIVO_EXPERTO_EMPRESA_ZONA_FRANCA.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,569.
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.
“REQUISITOS PARA SOLICITAR PERMISO DE TRABAJADOR CONTRATADO EN PUESTO DE CONFIANZA, EJECUTIVOS EXPERTOS Y/O TÉCNICOS EN EMPRESAS DENTRO DE ZONAS FRANCAS ... (lista documental: poder, fotografías, pasaporte, cheques B/.250 e B/.800 = taxas; sem limiar salarial)”
“Podra solicitar este permiso el extranjero contratado en calidad de personal de confianza, ejecutivo, experto y/o tecnico en empresas autorizadas como Promotora u Operadora de Zonas Procesadoras para la Exportacion o por empresas establecidas dentro de las Zonas ... Carta de responsabilidad de la empresa, que acredite el cargo y los servicios que presta el solicitante, firmada por su representante legal.”
“"Los solicitantes deben tener un seguro de salud válido."”
“"Los solicitantes deben tener al menos 25 años."”
“Para solicitar prórroga ... Certificado de la Caja de Seguro Social que acredite el pago de nueve (9) cuotas consecutivas. (permiso de trabajo prorrogável; silente sobre residência permanente)”
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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.