Executive Decree 235 of September 22, 2021, establishes the procedures and requirements for renewing provisional permits and applying for permanent residence for foreigners who have obtained their provisional permits for extraordinary and general migratory regularization.
The decree establishes that foreigners who have obtained a provisional permit for extraordinary or general migratory regularization may apply to renew such permit for a period of six (6) months, meeting all the requirements.
Foreigners who have renewed their provisional permit for extraordinary or general migratory regularization for a period of six (6) months may apply for permanent residence in Panama, meeting the requirements.
The decree also establishes that foreigners who have obtained a provisional permit for extraordinary or general migratory regularization may apply for a temporary residence visa for their immediate family members.
The decree establishes that foreigners who have obtained a provisional permit for extraordinary or general migratory regularization, whether for six (6) or ten (10) years, may apply for permanent residency provided they meet the following requirements:
- Have impeccable conduct during the time they have remained in Panama with their provisional permit.
- Have not been convicted of serious crimes or crimes against the security of the State.
- Not be subject to an expulsion or deportation measure.
- Have paid all outstanding tax and immigration obligations.
- Demonstrate a level of social, economic, and cultural integration in Panama.
The decree was published in the Official Gazette on September 22, 2021, and entered into force on the day of its publication
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