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New Rules for SEM Companies
With the enactment of Law 57 of October 24th, 2018 that modifies Law 41 of 2007, creating a Special Regime for the Establishment and Operation of Multinational Headquarters and the Commission of Multinational Headquarters, new rules applicable to SEM (for its acronym in Spanish) companies are established.
- Published in 2018, Immigration Law_news, News, Taxation_news
National Immigration Authority informs the implementation of new migratory regulations in order to facilitate the family reunion of Venezuelans and promote the shopping tourism from the nationals of Cuba
Executive Decree No. 612 of October 22, 2018 As of October 23, 2018, the National Immigration Authority creates the Humanitarian Matters for the Venezuelans Residents in Panama Office, to facilitate the applications for family reunion. Through this office, the Venezuelan resident in Panama will be able to submit the petitions for the stamped visas of
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Immigration Law_news, News
Stamped Visas for nationals from Cuba, China, India, Dominican Republic and Venezuela will have a term for up to 5 years
Executive Decree No. 611 of October 11, 2018. As of October 12, 2018, the Stamped Visa of Multiple Entries will be issued for up to five (5) years for the nationals of the Republic of Cuba, People’s Republic of China, Republic of India, Dominican Republic and Republic of Venezuela. Comments: The National Immigration Authority
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Immigration Law_news, News
Foreigners with nationalities that require an entry visa may enter Panama with visas from Korea, Japan or Singapore
Executive Decree No. 521 of August 6th, 2018 As of August 8th, 2018, foreigners of nationalities that require a visa to enter the Republic of Panama may enter with a Schengen Visa or current Residency from Korea, Japan or Singapore. Comments: By means of Executive Decree No. 521 of April 6th, 2018, any foreigner who
Regulatory immigration framework: Options to immigrate and work in Panama
Albalira Montufar, Partner, Immigration Law Panama has become a popular destination to immigrate in the region, due to its economic growth and socio-political stability, which contrasts with other neighboring countries´ intricate conditions. Within the last decade, multiple infrastructure projects, as well as incentives favorable to establish and operate multinational companies, have resulted in an increase
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Immigration Law_news, Press Room, Publications, startups_resources
Latin Lawyer highlighted Morgan & Morgan
Once again, Latin Lawyer 250 recommended Morgan & Morgan as the largest firm in Panama. “A large headcount and an established presence in the market gives Morgan & Morgan the manpower and experience required to guide some of Panama’s most significant transactions”, states the guide. This 2018 edition looks at each jurisdiction firm by firm
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Foreigners with nationalities that require an entry visa may enter Panama with a Schengen Visa
By means of the Executive Decree No. 114, as of April 4th, 2018, foreigners of nationalities that require a visa to enter the Republic of Panama may enter with a Schengen Visa or current European Union Residence. Comments: By means of the Executive Decree No. 114 of April 4th, 2018, any foreigner who requires a
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Carolina Tejada, Giselle Moncada, Immigration Law_news, Ivette Gonzalez, News, Patricia Henderson
Citizens of the Republic of India will require a Stamped Visa to enter in Panamanian territory
By means of the Executive Decree No. 113 of April 4th, 2018, the Republic of India is included within the countries that require Stamped Visa issued by Panamanian Consulate, to enter the national territory. Comments: This Executive Decree only applies to nationals of the Republic of India. Officials from the National Immigration Authority and the
- Published in 2018, Albalira Montúfar, Ana Frago, Carolina Tejada, Giselle Moncada, Immigration Law_news, News
Travel permit for minors will be online
As of April 1st, the travel permits for minors must be done only digitally. Comments: The interested party must access the website of the National Immigration Authority (migracion.gob.pa), then go to the section “Online Immigration” – option “Requests” and thus access to “Minors Permits”. Attach the following documents in PDF: Copy of Passport (Residents) or
Resolution of the Ministry of Labor establishes the requirements for the affiliation of foreigners in the Department of Labor Immigration
Comments: Pursuant to Executive Decree No. 76 of December 26, 2017 and Resolution No. DM-064-2018 of February 8, 2018, published on February 20th in the Official Gazette, the Ministry of Labor will require the affiliation of foreigners in the Department of Labor Immigration. This affiliation will consist of (i) a scan of the fingerprints through
- Published in Albalira Montúfar, Immigration Law_news, Ivette Gonzalez, News, Nicole Denis, Patricia Henderson, Uncategorized