The filming set of the Americas
Panama has developed a robust legal framework to attract international audiovisual productions. Law 16 of 2012 offers a 25% cash rebate on local production expenses, with proposals from the Mulino administration to increase it to 35%. Law 424 of 2023 promotes the Creative Economy as a strategic sector, including film, video games, performing arts, and gastronomy.
Discover the main opportunity areas in this sector
Feature films, TV series, documentaries, and commercials with 25% rebate on local expenses.
Incentives extended to video game design and creation. The government is working on new specific incentives for gaming.
Editing, visual effects, and sound services with access to National Incentives Registry benefits.
Music videos, industrials, and digital content eligible for the incentive program.
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Last updated: 2/16/2026
