Panama
company formation.
A classic territorial-tax corporation with strong privacy and a major banking sector.
Main characteristics+
- Entity type
- Corporation (Sociedad Anónima)
- Corporate tax
- Territorial system — no tax on income earned outside Panama.
- Formation time
- 3–5 working days
- Ownership
- 100% foreign ownership allowed
- Local director
- No local director required
A Panama offshore company is ideal for+
Best for
- →Holding
- →Asset protection
- →International trade
Highlights
- ✓Territorial tax
- ✓Strong privacy
- ✓Banking hub
- ✓Flexible
Documents required+
- ✓Certified passport copy for each director, shareholder and beneficial owner
- ✓Proof of residential address dated within 3 months (utility bill or bank statement)
- ✓Two or three proposed company names, in order of preference
- ✓A short description of the intended business activity
- ✓Shareholding structure (who owns what percentage)
- +Professional or bank reference letter (some jurisdictions)
- +Curriculum vitae / résumé of the main owner (some cases)
The process+
Tell us what you need
Pick a jurisdiction and structure, or let us recommend one from your goals and residency.
Submit details & documents
Share director, shareholder and beneficial-owner details and upload your KYC documents securely.
We handle the filing
Name check, drafting and registration with the local authority — you stay updated throughout.
Receive your company
Get your incorporation pack, then add banking, accounting or compliance support as needed.
Panama FAQ.
Everything visitors usually ask about Panama — answered upfront.
How long does it take to set up a company in Panama?+
Typically 3–5 working days once your documents are complete and verified. We keep you updated at each stage.
How is a Panama company taxed?+
Territorial system — no tax on income earned outside Panama. This is general information only — confirm your position with your own tax adviser, as it depends on your residency and activity.
Do I need a local director in Panama?+
No local director required. Where a resident director or local substance is needed, we can arrange a compliant solution.
Can a foreigner own 100% of a Panama company?+
100% foreign ownership allowed. You do not need to be a resident or citizen to own the company.
What type of entity will I get?+
A Corporation (Sociedad Anónima). It is the standard vehicle used for international business and holding in Panama.
Do I need to travel to Panama?+
In most cases, no. The formation is completed remotely with certified documents; we tell you upfront if any step requires your presence.
What documents do I need to start?+
A certified passport copy and a recent proof of address for each owner and director, plus your proposed company name and business activity. The full list is confirmed with your quote.
What is a Panama company best used for?+
Commonly: holding, asset protection, international trade. Tell us your goals and we'll confirm whether Panama is the right fit.
How much does a Panama company cost?+
It depends on the structure and any extra services (banking, accounting, nominee, apostille). Request a quote and you'll get a clear, itemised proposal — no obligation.
Start your Panama company.
Fill in as much as you can — the more you share, the more precise your quote. No obligation.
Panama companies start at US$4,598 · final price confirmed in your quote