Head to head
Canada vs Panama
Three key differences
- Indicative total: Canada runs $228,375 below Panama.
- Upper timeline: Panama is 39 months shorter than Canada.
- Residency: Canada at 146 d/yr vs Panama at 0 d/yr.
Field
Canada
Panama
Status type
Permanent residence
Permanent residence
Min. investment
$75,000
$300,000
Government & due diligence
$1,625
$5,000
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$76,625
$305,000
Timeline
30–42 mo
1–3 mo
Residency
146 d/yr
0 d/yr
Visit required
Yes
Yes
Eligible family
配偶 + 22岁以下子女
配偶 + 25岁以下在读子女
Dual citizenship
N/A
N/A
Years to citizenship
3 yrs
5 yrs
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
Backlog
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.