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Nevertheless , these explanations will never be enough to undo some of the reputational damage the country has received . So , how is it that even in the aftermath of the Panama Papers scandal and all the constant back and forth grey-listing by other nations that Panama somehow still manages to be a desired destination for people and businesses to find a second or new home ?
Panama ' s strategic geographical location that has benefited commerce and logistic-related business for over 500 years - together with a strong , secure international banking center that operates without a central bank and a stable democratically-elected government - have positioned Panama as an ideal hub for Latin America . In addition , the country welcomes people from all over the world who may opt to live in a modern high-rise apartment in a cosmopolitan capital city , a quiet retreat in the mountains or a beach community on its Pacific or Caribbean coast .
WHAT SHOULD ONE CONSIDER WHEN MOVING TO PANAMA IN TERMS OF REGULATIONS ?
As with any life-changing decision , relocating your family , your business or both to a new destination requires a plan , which starts by evaluating the available residency programs in the country of your choice and the level of complexity involved in applying and attaining permanent residency status for you and your family .
Any residency process in Panama may require at least two separate visits : one to file the initial residency application and obtain a temporary residency identification card and a second trip , three to four months later , to obtain your formal residency card . However , applicants may opt to stay in the country in between visits , given that the applicant is no longer considered a tourist once the application has been filed and is not subject to tourism visa limitations .
In addition to your residency status , you should also consider how feasible it would be to sustain a living in your new country based on your current source of income . Panama prohibits the practice of certain professions by foreigners to protect its citizens , such as those related to the health industry , architecture , engineering , retail and legal fields . Labor is also regulated , and in order to “ work ” as a foreigner , you will need to apply for a work permit , as well . Nevertheless , those who are considering investing in their
“ In order to “ work ” as a foreigner , you will need to apply for a work permit . Those who are considering investing in their own start-ups may do so , even before the approval of their residency permit .”
国家不断反复列入灰色名单之后 , 巴拿马仍然能够成为个 人和企业寻找第二个家或新家的理想目的地 ?
巴拿马的战略地理位置使商业和物流相关企业受益 500 多年 , 这里还有强大 、 安全的国际银行中心 , 在没有中央银 行和稳定的民选政府的情况下运作 , 使得巴拿马成为拉丁 美洲的理想枢纽 。 另外 , 这个国家欢迎全世界的人民来居 住在加勒比海沿岸的现代化的城市 , 也可以住在一个宁静 的山区或者海滩社区 。
搬到巴拿马之前需要考虑哪些条例 ? 与任何改变生活的决定一样 , 将你的家庭 、 企业或两者迁 移到新的目的地都需要一个计划 , 首先你需要评估你选择 的国家提供的移民项目 , 以及你和你的家人申请和获得永 久居留身份的复杂程度 。
在巴拿马的任何居留手续都可能需要至少两次单独的到 访 : 一次是提交初次居留申请并获得临时居留身份证 ; 另 一次是在三到四个月后 , 为获得你的正式居留证而进行的 访问 。 但是 , 申请人可以选择在两次访问的间隔期留在该国 , 因为一旦提出申请 , 申请人就不再被视为旅游者 , 而且