On 7^th May 2015 the National Migration Service confirmed that Panama is no longer accepting university degrees in engineering of any kind, as Panamanian citizens can only carry out these jobs. No foreign engineering graduates are entitled to permanent residence permits for foreign professionals, so they must apply for an alternative type of visa or residence permit.

Accounting, Architecture, Medicine, Law, Dentistry and Journalism, are also reserved only for Panamanian citizens.

This information is not in any way legal advice, serving only as an informative purpose. If you need professional services in the area of Global immigration and Mobility, please contact our office.

*It should be noted that the rules of any of the countries listed and the procedures might change at any time without notice.