V-AVIACION — Aviation Personnel Visa (Empleado de Empresas de Aviación)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

USD $1,050

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

6 years

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Work permit for foreign personnel employed by aviation companies operating in Panama.

The Aviation Personnel Visa is tailored for foreign staff working for aviation companies in Panama. It requires a minimum monthly salary and specific licensing from the Civil Aviation Authority. After holding this status for six years, the applicant becomes qualifying to apply for permanent residency.

Cost Breakdown

National TreasuryUSD $250

Repatriation DepositUSD $800

TotalUSD $1,050

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

6 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Employment contract (refrendado by MITRADEL)

License from the Civil Aviation Authority

Proof of social security affiliation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Employment contract (refrendado by MITRADEL)

License from the Civil Aviation Authority

Proof of social security affiliation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Pathway to permanent residency after 6 years
High-skilled work authorization

Worth Knowing

Requires minimum salary of $1,000/month
Requires coordination with multiple government bodies
Salary below $1,000/month
Lack of MITRADEL endorsement

Application Process

Secure employment with aviation company

Obtain MITRADEL contract endorsement

Apply for visa at SNM

Pay fees

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Overview

Work permit for foreign personnel employed by aviation companies operating in Panama.