Head to head
Cyprus vs Panama
Three key differences
- Indicative total: Panama runs $23,000 below Cyprus.
- Upper timeline: Panama is 1 months shorter than Cyprus.
Field
Cyprus
Panama
Status type
Permanent residence
Permanent residence
Min. investment
$325,000
$300,000
Government & due diligence
$3,000
$5,000
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$328,000
$305,000
Timeline
2–4 mo
1–3 mo
Residency
0 d/yr
0 d/yr
Visit required
Yes
Yes
Eligible family
配偶 + 25岁以下在读子女
配偶 + 25岁以下在读子女
Dual citizenship
N/A
N/A
Years to citizenship
—
5 yrs
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
None
Policy-volatile
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-11. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.