Banking in Panama
Panama has been known for over 30 years as an international banking center for Latin America. Foreign business and investors are paying more and more attention to the rapid development of the country’s economy and the growing potential of business opportunities. Today, more than 80 international banks operate in the country, including well-known world financial institutions. The laws of the state protect the protection of private property and the rights of foreigners equally with the citizens of Panama.
Open bank account
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Types of bank account
The Panama banking system is developed. The interests of the client in the bank sector are above all, therefore, the non-disclosure of bank secrets is protected at the legislative level and clients can rely on the confidentiality of information. Panama is a perfect country conducting international business.
Corporate
A corporate account has a wide range of instruments, as well as a range of different types of lending. Provides trade and structured finance services for your business in Panama, both for operating companies and for holding one. The corporate account offers the development of individual solutions in the field of corporate finance - the acquisition of assets, securities, and other operations.
Personal
A personal bank account is not for business use, but for an individual to keep and manage personal funds and other assets. This would be a personal banking account rather than a shared corporate account or joint account.
Trading
A trading account can be any assets account including securities, cash or other holdings. Most commonly, trading account refers to a trading primary account.
Bank account opening procedure
Opening a bank account in Panama takes place in three steps.
First
At the first stage, you need to fill out an online application to the selected bank. The choice of institution depends on which bank and type of account is better to choose. From all possible options, the most optimal for private transactions is to use a personal account, but a current account is suitable for carrying out financial activities of the company. Also, the client has the opportunity to choose the following types of accounts:
- Savings;
- Deposit;
- Check.
Second
The second stage requires the transfer of a package of documents, which, after accepting the application, the bank will request from the client. Each institution necessarily requires from the future owner of the account approximately similar documents, which we will recall. It is also important to find a representative or authorized person who can represent your interests in Panama in case of impossibility to arrive on the territory of the state to certify the documents.
Third
The third stage is a personal meeting. However, it should be noted that it only applies to those persons who are the owners of corporate accounts. This rule does not apply to individuals and individuals who are self-employed, however, a bank representative can schedule an interview for a client in Spanish or English.
Requirements
Each bank of the Republic of Panama requires a strict package of documents. It should contain:
- Copies of internal and foreign passports, tax declaration for the last two years;
- Extracts from the local bank (or banks) on settlement transactions;
- Police clearance certificate;
- Documents that confirm the presence of property (ownership, deed of inheritance, etc.).
Also, any bank in Panama requires a deposit to open an account. Its amount can range from 5 to 10 thousand dollars for a minimum contribution. Corporate accounts are considered as such after depositing at least 100-150 thousand US dollars. VIP accounts start at US $ 300,000.
Finally, it is worth emphasizing that although Panamanian banks have proven themselves well, the choice of a particular bank depends on the future client. The main thing is to choose a bank where the best conditions for the account, storage, and use of assets, as well as the one where there is full access 24/7.
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