Panama SA
Flexible, tax-efficient Panamanian corporation (S.A.)
- Zero tax on foreign-sourced income
- Privacy: nominee officers and directors permitted
- Asset protection and creditor insulation
- No exchange controls; free repatriation of capital
$2,500 USD
Have more questions? Write to hello@4corporate.com and we will be happy to assist.
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Why Panama
The Panamanian corporation (Sociedad Anónima, or S.A.) is one of the most flexible and tax-efficient corporate structures in the world. With no tax on foreign income, bearer or registered shares, and strong privacy protections, Panama S.A.s are used globally for holding assets, operating businesses, and structuring investments.
Tax Advantages
Panama operates a strict territorial tax system. Income generated outside Panama is not subject to corporate income tax, making the S.A. ideal for international business, e-commerce, consulting, and holding companies. No withholding tax on dividends paid to non-residents.
Privacy & Asset Protection
Panamanian law permits nominee directors and officers, and share ownership is not publicly registered. This provides a high degree of privacy and insulation from frivolous claims. When combined with a Private Interest Foundation, asset protection is further enhanced.
How 4Corporate supports you
The right company in the right place is a strategy decision, not a form. We help you choose the vehicle, structure it with licensed local counsel, file cleanly, and deliver the first-year kit so you can operate in a foreign jurisdiction with a clear file. After formation, we stay with you through the practical local necessities of getting established there. A private consultation confirms structure and timing before anything is filed.
Advantages
Tax, location and privacy
Tax
Panama operates a territorial tax system. Income generated outside Panama is not subject to corporate income tax. No withholding tax on dividends paid to non-residents, as published on this landing.
Location
Panama is a Central American company jurisdiction with a dollarized economy. Formation is published at 3–5 business days and can be completed remotely. The company can sit beside Friendly Nations residency as an economic tie.
Privacy
Panamanian law permits nominee directors and officers, and share ownership is not publicly registered. Combined with a Private Interest Foundation, asset protection can be further enhanced.
Structure
A Sociedad Anónima (S.A.) with no minimum capital. Registered agent and annual franchise tax are the published ongoing compliance. No financial-statement filing is required for companies not doing business in Panama.
Eligibility
Who this is for
- Any individual or entity may form a Panamanian corporation
- Minimum one shareholder and three officers (nominee services available)
- Registered agent in Panama required (provided)
The engagement
What is included
- Corporate name search and reservation
- Drafting of articles of incorporation and bylaws
- Registration with Panama Public Registry
- First year registered agent service
- Nominee director and officer service (optional, upon request)
- Apostilled certificate of incorporation
- Corporate kit: seal, share certificates, resolutions
- Dedicated 4Corporate client portal access where you can view your process, documentation, invoices, quotes and more
Get started
Ready to proceed?
Buy now to start this programme, or contact us if you would rather write first.
$2,500 USD
Have more questions? Write to hello@4corporate.com and we will be happy to assist.