set up a company in panama

Incorporate in Panama

$2,150.00

Establishing a company in Panama

Panama has become a prominent center for international commerce, trade, and finance, thanks to its strategic location and favorable business environment. The country’s corporate framework, supported by Law 32 of 1927, allows for the formation of Sociedades Anónimas, or corporations limited by shares, with no restrictions on the nationality or residency of shareholders.

These entities are widely used for legitimate international activities such as trade, investment, asset holding, and service provision.

Each corporation requires at least three directors and three officers—roles that can be filled by the same individual or nominees. While a minimum share capital of USD 10,000 is required, it need not be fully paid in, and different share classes can be issued.

Ownership details remain confidential, as shareholder and beneficial owner identities are not part of public records.

A notable feature of Panama’s legal system is its territorial tax regime: only income earned within Panama is taxable. Offshore corporations—those operating entirely outside Panama—are exempt from local corporate taxes, filing obligations, and municipal regulations.

There are no tax and financial reporting filings for corporations operating entirely outside of Panama (regardless of whether they are managed and controlled in or from within Panama. However, since 2022, all companies must deposit financial statements at their registered offices, and such financial statements must be signed off by a chartered accountant (of any jurisdiction, not necessarily need to be from Panama).

Panama remains a popular jurisdiction for global investors seeking flexible, private, and tax-efficient corporate solutions, with additional pathways available for residency through company formation.

The foundational document package confirming the entity’s establishment and outlining its operational structure, includes:

  • Incorporation Deed and Articles of Association
  • Registry’s Registration Extract
  • Certificate of Juristic Person
  • Register of Directors
  • Share Register
  • Share Certificate
  • Directors’ Consent Letters
  • Undated Directors’ Resignation Letter (in case that nominees are appointed)
  • First Directors’ Meeting Minutes
  • Certificate of Incumbency

The above documents are provided with a certified translation to English when applicable.

Learn more about corporations in Panama.

Panama Corporation (SA) Formation and First-Year Corporate Services – USD 2,150.00 (All Included)

Note that our incorporation and annual corporate service fees are “all-included fees”, and cover all the required services to incorporate a Corporation in Panama, and keep it in good standing, as well as government fees and duties, disbursements such as courier fees, and assignments such as the preparation of a certificate of incumbency.

  • All applicable Registration and Government Fees (Registro Publico)
  • Preparing the Incorporation Deed and Articles of Incorporation (Spanish)
  • Acting as the First Subscriber and executing the Incorporation Deed before Notary
  • All applicable Notary Fees
  • Filing the Incorporation’s Notarial Deed with the Commercial Register
  • Preparing Subscriber’s Resolution for the Appointment of Directors and Resignation of Subscriber’s Rights
  • Preparing the Company Bylaws
  • Providing the Certificate of Juristic Person, and Company Extract issued by the Registro Publico
  • Providing a Certified English Translation of the Corporate Documents
  • Preparing the First Board Meeting Minutes for the allotment of Shares, the Appointment of Directors, Registered Agent and office, and other related matters
  • Preparing the Share Register Book
  • Preparing the Share Certificates
  • Filing BOR with the Superintendency of Non-Financial Subjects
  • Preparing and executing a Certificate of Incumbency
  • Providing Registered Office Services, including registered address, for one year
  • Providing Registered Agent Services for one year
  • Delivering Original, and Certified copies of the Corporate Documents via Courier, inclusive of Courier fees

Time to form

The company incorporation process begins with instructing a notary to draft the Public Deed, including the Articles of Incorporation, which we sign as initial subscribers (typically completed in 1–2 days depending on notary availability). Once executed and notarized, we prepare related corporate documents, including the resignation of subscription rights, initial board resolutions, shareholder and director registers, and share certificates. The notarized Public Deed is then submitted to the Public Registry, which typically takes 3–5 business days to process the filing and release the stamped and officially filed document.

Nominee Services (Optional)

Nominee Directors/Officers

All Panamanian Corporations are required to have at least 3 directors/officers (President, Treasurer, and Secretary). Officers’ details are available for public inspection in the public registry. Most clients opt to appoint from one to three Nominee Directors to fulfill the aforementioned positions.

  • One Nominee Director (Natural Person) – USD 700.00 p.a.*
  • Two Nominee Directors (Natural Persons) – USD 1,200.00 p.a.*
  • Three Nominee Directors (Natural Persons) – USD 1,500.00 p.a., including Notarized and Apostilled Power of Attorney

*If the client wishes to appoint one or two Nominee Directors, we assume that a Notarized and Apostilled Power of Attorney shall not be required.

Nominee Shareholder

  • Nominee Shareholder (Natural Person) – USD 800.00 p.a.

Bank Account Opening Services (Optional)

We assist you in opening a bank account in Panama.

  • Panama Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Panama Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 50,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, CAD
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 10,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, CHF, GBP, CAD
    Yes

Note that we can also open overseas bank accounts for Panama companies in the following offshore jurisdictions:

  • Andorra Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Andorra Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 500,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, CHF, CAD, AUD, SEK, NOK, NZD
    Yes
    Private Bank with focus on wealth management. If they open a corporate account for an active company, they would need that either the account has a substantial amount on the account, or that the UBO himself opens an account for wealth management.
    Bank 2
    EUR 300,000
    No
    EUR
    Yes
    Minimum Initial Deposit requirements for countries outside of the European Union is EUR 1,000,000 or equivalent.
  • Antigua Bank Account - USD $ 300.00
    Antigua Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 10,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR
    Yes
    In Euros they processes only via SEPA. In dollars at the moment only with correspondents in the US, through FEDWIRE (not ACH at the moment). Cash Secured Visa Credit Card available.
    Bank 2
    USD 5,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR
    Yes
    UnionPay Cards work without inconvenience in the USA.
  • Armenia Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Armenia Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 50,000
    Yes
    EUR, USD, RUB, AMD
    Yes
    Business connection to Armenia is required. The annual outgoing turnover of the client should be at least 10 mln USD per year. The annual number of outgoing transfers should be at least 60 per year. Note that the banks considers smaller companies is well on case-by-case basis, but they could charges additional fees.
  • Bahamas Bank Account - USD $ 500.00
    Bahamas Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 1,000,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 1,000,000
    No
    USD
    Yes
    Family Offices, Fund Managers and Asset Managers only.
    Bank 3
    USD 10,000,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Primary focus with physical presence in Bahamas. Business interest in the Bahamas. The company needs to have been in existence for a minimum of 3 years.
    Bank 4
    USD 1,000,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Remote account opening is possible, but the bank will visit the client within first year after opening.
    Bank 5
    USD 500,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR
    Yes
    Prepaid debit card available.
  • Belize Bank Account - USD $ 300.00
    Belize Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 4,000
    No
    EUR, GBP, USD
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 2,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, CHF, AUD, AED, CNY, SEK, NOK
    Yes
    Prepaid Visa cards available.
    Bank 3
    USD 3,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
  • BVI Bank Account - USD $ 900.00
    BVI Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 20,000
    No
    USD, GBP, HKD
    Yes
    Bank of Asia does not onboard corporations who have a connection in US and Russia.
    Bank 2
    USD 500,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    VP Bank offers services to local BVI residents as well as international clients who have BVI companies, trusts or fund structures. It is primarily focused on financing, investment management, custodial and securities trading accounts. No Commercial Activity, only for asset management business.
  • Cayman Islands Bank Account - USD $ 900.00
    Cayman Islands Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 250,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, JPY, SEK, CHF
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 100,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, CAD, GBP, AUD, Multicurrency
    Yes
    NCB Cayman Bank offers trading, private and investment bank accounts
  • Cook Islands Bank Account - USD $ 600.00
    Cook Islands Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 250,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, NZD, AUD, SGD, HKD
    Yes
    Clients can have a corporate account for operational purposes only if they open an investment account as well.
  • Curaçao Bank Account - USD $ 500.00
    Curaçao Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 100,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Internet Banking only for viewing the account, not for operating
    Bank 2
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
  • Cyprus Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Cyprus Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Supports large Cypriot and international groups, preferably operating from Cyprus and international companies in their expansion and operations in Cyprus.
  • Dominica Bank Account - USD $ 300.00
    Dominica Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 15,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, GBP
    Yes
    Bank 2
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    SWIFT transactions are carried out only through a pool account in the name of the bank.
    Bank 3
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 4
    N/A
    No
    EUR, USD
    Yes
    SWIFT transactions are carried out only through a pool account in the name of the bank.
  • Gibraltar Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Gibraltar Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 20,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, GBP
    Yes
    For wealth management and brokerage accounts minimum relationships start from USD 250,000. Cards are dependent on jurisdictions.
  • Hong Kong Bank Account - USD $ 1,400.00
    Hong Kong Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    HKD 100,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    No
    A business nexus in Hong Kong is strictly required, in the form of clients, suppliers, employees or other counterparties.
    Bank 2
    HKD 200,000
    Yes
    HKD, USD, Multicurrency
    No
    A business nexus in Hong Kong is strictly required, in the form of clients, suppliers, employees or other counterparties.
  • Isle of Man Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Isle of Man Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    N/A
    No
    USD, AUD, EUR, CZK, DKK, HUF, SGD, JPY, NOK, GBP, ZAR, ILS, NZD, PLN, CHF, SEK, CAD, BGN
    Yes
  • Labuan Bank Account - USD $ 500.00
    Labuan Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 10,000
    No
    USD, JPY, SGD, EUR, GBP
    Yes
    For businesses operating offshore or non-resident companies seeking to establish corporate banking relationships in Labuan, we collaborate with a mid-size financial institution renowned for its expertise in serving international clientele. With decades of industry experience, this bank has positioned itself as a key player in supporting global businesses across a variety of sectors. This bank welcomes companies incorporated in numerous offshore jurisdictions without the stricter requirements, such as business nexus in the South Asia - East Asia regions, unlike larger institutions within Labuan. Catering to a diverse range of industries, the bank is well-versed in supporting investment and asset holding companies, as well as businesses engaged in sectors such as trade, professional services, e-commerce, among others. Whether you operate in consultancy, marketing or international trade, this bank offers tailored services to meet your corporate banking needs. Their corporate accounts are available in various major currencies, such as USD, JPY, SGD, EUR and GBP and the bank supports SWIFT transactions. Transactions will be carried out with the assistance of a dedicated personal relationship manager. In addition to traditional banking services, the bank also offers Islamic banking options, including Shariah-compliant investment products and Islamic trade financing solutions. Minimum relationships start from USD 10,000. The account opening process can be handled entirely remotely, eliminating the need for travel to Labuan. We will guide you through the preparation of the necessary KYC documentation and provide comprehensive support to ensure a seamless and efficient bank account application process. If you are interested in opening a corporate bank account in Labuan, contact us today to assess your eligibility and initiate the account opening process!
    Bank 2
    USD 250,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 3
    USD 25,000
    No
    USD, EUR, CAD, CHF, GBP, HKD, SGD, JPY, THB, AED
    Yes
    They focus more on Labuan incorporated entities.
  • Liechtenstein Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Liechtenstein Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 500,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Every active NFE needs to have a substance.
  • Mauritius Bank Account - USD $ 600.00
    Mauritius Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 50,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 50,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
  • Nevis Bank Account - USD $ 300.00
    Nevis Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 20,000
    No
    USD, EUR, GBP
    Yes
    Bank 2
    USD 100,000
    No
    USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, AUD, CAD, AED, JPY, SGD, HKD
    Yes
    Bank 3
    USD 25,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 4
    USD 10,000
    No
    USD
    Yes
  • Puerto Rico Bank Account - USD $ 300.00
    Puerto Rico Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 2
    N/A
    Yes
    USD, HKD, AUD, CAD, CHF, CNY, DKK, EUR, GBP, JPY, NOK, NZD, SEK, SGD, TRL, XAF, ZAR
    Yes
    Unionpay Merchant service for clients.
    Bank 3
    USD 25,000
    No
    USD
    Yes
    Their main focus is on commercial type, trade finance.
    Bank 4
    USD 150,000
    No
    USD
    Yes
  • Saint Lucia Bank Account - USD $ 300.00
    Saint Lucia Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 10,000
    Yes
    USD, EUR, GBP, HKD, Multicurrency, CAD, CHF, AED, AUD, NZD, NOK, SEK, THB, JPY, ZAR
    Yes
  • Seychelles Bank Account - USD $ 500.00
    Seychelles Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 25,000
    No
    USD
    Yes
    Internet banking is in view mode only, all transactions are carried out via email or by phone.
  • Singapore Bank Account - USD $ 900.00
    Singapore Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    SGD 100,000
    No
    USD, SGD, EUR, GBP, NZD, RMB, AUD, JPY, HKD, CHF, CAD
    Yes
    Nexus in the form of client/supplier/partner/contractor in Singapore required.
    Bank 2
    USD 3,000,000
    No
    USD, SGD
    Yes
    Bank 3
    SGD 250,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    No
    Nexus in the form of client/supplier/partner/contractor in Singapore required.
    Bank 4
    USD 30,000
    No
    USD, SGD, AUD, CAD, HKD, NZD, GBP, EUR, JPY, CHF
    Yes
    Nexus in the form of client/supplier/partner/contractor in Singapore required.
    Bank 5
    SGD 250,000
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Nexus in the form of client/supplier/partner/contractor in Singapore required.
  • Switzerland Bank Account - USD $ 1,200.00
    Switzerland Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    CHF 500,000
    Yes
    EUR, GBP, CHF, CAD, AUD, JPY, SGD, PLN, HKD, NOK, SEK, ILS, MXN, DKK, TRL, NZD, AED
    Yes
    Amina Bank does not open accounts with a pure transactional business nexus.
    Bank 2
    CHF 500,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Bank 3
    CHF 3,000,000
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Deposit must be maintained in crypto assets held through the bank's custody services. Minimum Average Balance for high risk jurisdictions should be 1-2Mio CHF.
  • USA Bank Account - USD $ 1,400.00
    USA Bank Account
    Bank
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    Comments
    Bank 1
    USD 100,000
    No
    USD
    Yes
    min deposit USD 100k and more AND/OR with revenues of USD 1M
    Bank 2
    from 10,000 but preferred 250K-300K
    Yes
    USD, Multicurrency
    Yes
    They tend to focus more on technology/startup companies that are focused on growing and scaling through future equity raises and subsequent debt facilities.
    Bank 3
    USD 5,000
    Yes
    USD
    Yes
    Debit cards can be delivered to overseas address, however, credit card could ONLY be delivered to a USA physical address (non-PO box).
    Bank 4
    N/A (USD 250,000 preferred)
    No
    USD
    Yes
  • EMI Account - USD $ 300.00
    EMI Accounts
    EMI
    Min Deposit
    Cards
    Currencies
    Remote
    EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR, CAD, GBP, CHF, HKD
    Yes
    Cyprus EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    EUR
    Yes
    Cyprus EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Cyprus EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Hong Kong EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Hong Kong EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Hong Kong EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Kazakhstan EMI Account
    Depending on category.
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    EUR
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR, CAD, GBP, CHF, HKD
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    EUR
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR, USD, GBP, SEK, JPY, HKD
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR
    Yes
    Lithuania EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    EUR
    Yes
    Luxembourg EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Singapore EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    SGD, USD
    Yes
    Singapore EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    Singapore EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    EUR, GBP
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    Depending on category.
    No
    EUR, GBP
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    EUR, USD, GBP
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    No
    USD, EUR, GBP, CAD
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes
    United Kingdom EMI Account
    N/A
    Yes
    Multicurrency
    Yes

Our bank account opening service is not just a mere introduction to the bank. We assist you in filling out the business plan forms appropriately and help you understand and provide business details, commercial information, and purpose/use of the bank account that a given bank wants to know in order to approve your account application.

Banks want certainty and clarity on how the account will be used. Everything must be watertight. We will work with you to make sure there is minimal ‘back and forth’ and a smooth account opening process.

Panama Company Annual Corporate Services and Government Fees – USD 1,600.00 (payable one year after incorporation, and annually thereafter)

  • Annual Government Franchise Tax
  • Maintaining Minute Book, Registers and Statutory Records
  • Providing Registered Office Services, including business address, for one year
  • Providing Registered Agent Services for one year

Other Services (Optional)

  • Establishment and maintenance of Private Interest Foundations, and provision of Council Members (either Nominees or Executive Managers)
  • Establishment of Financial Services Companies, and Private Funds (20-PF or 50-PF)
  • Assistance with establishing Economic Substance in Panama (Physical Office, Employees, etc)
  • Opening of Merchant Accounts for E-commerce businesses
  • Obtaining Operations Notice (Aviso de Operación) for companies with a physical presence in Panama
  • Registration with Municipal Authorities (Panama City, Colon) for companies with a physical presence in Panama
  • Accounting and Tax Services. Note that tax filings are required for companies with a physical presence in Panama and/or carrying on certain business activities with residents

Please, contact us for further information.

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