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Panama

PAN

Panama's territorial tax system exempts all foreign-source income from taxation, and its Friendly Nations Visa provides an accessible residency pathway for citizens of over 50 countries. The US dollar is legal tender, providing monetary stability, and Panama City offers a modern, cosmopolitan lifestyle at relatively low cost.

Passport Rank

#38

Visa-Free

148

destinations

Country Details

Capital
Panama City
Currency
Balboa / US Dollar (USD)
Languages
Spanish
Population
4,351,000
Tax System
Territorial
Dual Citizenship
Allowed
Naturalisation
5 years
Schengen / EU
No
Climate
Tropical
English Proficiency Rank
#63
Territorial Taxation
Yes — foreign-sourced income may not be taxed

Indices

Cost of Living

40

Safety

46

Healthcare

65

Quality of Life

148