FDR Abogados · Over 20 years advising international clients

Work Legally in Panama without Leaving Your Permit to Chance

Align your immigration status, employment contract and work permit application from the start.

Confidential initial evaluation · Clear next steps

Prevent one detail from delaying your plans

An incorrect apostille, a non-compliant bank letter or an expired police certificate can lead to requests, extra costs and months of waiting before the SNM.

From uncertainty to a clear file

We review your profile, organize the document checklist and explain each step before filing, so you can make better decisions with less guesswork.

Working legally in Panama requires alignment between your immigration status, employment contract and work permit application. FDR Abogados helps foreign workers and employers prepare the correct route from the beginning.

Types of work permits

The applicable category depends on your immigration status, employer and role. Common categories include contractual permits, 10% foreign personnel and other MITRADEL routes.

Key documents

Valid passport and immigration documents.
Employment contract and employer records.
Education or professional documents apostilled when required.
Police and personal documents required by the applicable category.

Why legal guidance matters

A work permit is connected to your immigration status. We review the employment structure, documents and filing strategy so you can work legally with greater certainty.

Start your immigration process with a secure file.

Tell us briefly about your profile and receive guidance on the next steps.

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