Panama Pacifico was created through Law 41 of July 20, 2004 to develop the former Howard Air Force Base into a world-class business center. With over 300 established companies, it offers a special legal, tax, customs, labor, and immigration regime designed to attract foreign direct investment and generate high-quality jobs.
Key Statistics
Benefits
100% Tax Free
Exemption from direct and indirect taxes for all activities, businesses, services, and operations.
10 Years Legal Stability
Guarantee to maintain the tax and legal regime for 10 years from installation.
One-Stop Shop
On-site access to 15 government entities, customs, and workforce training center.
Tax Incentives
Income Tax
0%Conditions: Eligible activities
Dividends
0%Conditions: Specific activities
Equipment import
0%Duration: Permanente
Conditions: Use in area operations
Household goods (foreign staff)
0%Duration: Única vez
Conditions: Up to $100,000 per specialist
Eligible Activities
- Multinational headquarters
- Shared services centers
- High-tech manufacturing
- Logistics and distribution
- Call centers and BPO
- Maritime and aviation services
- Research and development
Establishment Requirements
- Registration with the Panama Pacifico Agency
- Business plan and projections
- Lease or purchase agreement
- Panama Pacifico commercial license
Established Companies
Dell
Technology
3M
Manufacturing
Caterpillar
Heavy Equipment
VF Corporation
Apparel
BASF
Chemicals
Samtec
Electronics