Mercan Collaborates with Panama Government to Transform Foreign Investment Program

Mercan and Panama: A Strategic Partnership in Investment Migration

In a significant move for both the investment and immigration sectors, Mercan Group has teamed up with the government of Panama to rejuvenate the nation’s Qualified Investor Program. With over 35 years of experience in investment, immigration consulting, and recruitment, this collaboration marks a new chapter for Mercan as it seeks to leverage its expertise to enhance Panama’s appeal to international investors.

According to Eduardo Arango, Panama's Vice Minister of Commerce and Industry, the initiative represents a pivotal shift in the country’s approach to investment migration. After a period of stagnation, Panama is revitalizing its program to embody transparency, efficiency, and consistency. This renewed focus is designed not just to attract investors, but to build a robust framework that ensures a sustainable and lucrative investment climate for all participants.

Mercan’s role as a strategic partner is crucial. The group will utilize its extensive knowledge and proven strategies to expand Panama’s global presence in the competitive investment migration market. Arango highlighted that choosing Mercan was an easy decision, as they bring forth years of successful endeavors in similar projects around the world.

As an international trade hub with a stable economy and a well-established financial sector, Panama stands as a highly attractive destination for foreign investment. Notably, with the Panama Canal facilitating about 5% of global trade, the country’s Qualified Investor Program offers a pathway to citizenship after five years, starting with a minimum investment of $300,000 and featuring flexible residency requirements.

Jordi Vilanova, the President of Mercan Properties Portugal, emphasized the unique attributes of Panama: “This country offers a blend of institutional trust, legal resilience, and an ambitious trajectory. Aligning our interests with Panama’s vision through the Qualified Investor Program is a strategic move.