Accounting Services in Panama

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Panama entities must now maintain accounting records and supporting documentation — and provide copies to their resident agent under Law 52/2016 as amended by Law 254/2021. We keep Panamanian companies and foundations fully compliant.

Panama

Your Panama accounting partner

Panama’s territorial tax system means foreign-sourced income is generally not taxed locally — but record-keeping duties are now strict, with fines for non-compliance. We prepare and maintain your accounting records, coordinate with the resident agent, and handle local tax filings (including ITBMS where applicable).

Records compliance

Law 52/2016 + Law 254/2021 record-keeping handled.

Territorial tax

Foreign-sourced income generally untaxed locally.

Resident-agent liaison

Required submissions made on time.

Fines avoided

Penalties for missing records start at USD 5,000.

Why outsource Panama accounting

What our service covers.

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    15% corporate tax

    Full records file

    Ledgers and supporting documents maintained.

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    IP Box Tax

    Annual compliance

    Records confirmations to the resident agent.

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    No withholding tax

    Tax filings

    Income tax, ITBMS (7% VAT) and municipal taxes where due.

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    EU market access

    Franchise tax tracking

    Annual tasa única paid on time.

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    Remote setup

    One contact

    Coordination with agent, accountant and auditor.

Who we serve in Panama

Entities we keep compliant.

Offshore corporations

Holding and invoicing structures.

Private interest foundations

Wealth and succession vehicles.

Trading companies

Re-invoicing and international trade.

Real-estate holders

Panamanian property structures.

Operating businesses

Local entities with ITBMS obligations.

Dormant entities

Minimal-activity record files.

Panama accounting: pricing

Fixed annual packages by activity level.

Dormant / Holding
On request
  • Annual records file
  • Agent confirmation
  • Franchise tax reminder
Active — Light
On request
  • Quarterly bookkeeping
  • Records custody
  • Annual filings
Active — Full
On request
  • Monthly bookkeeping
  • ITBMS returns
  • Dedicated accountant

Additional services

What is included

A complete Panama compliance file.

Bookkeeping

Transaction recording per Panamanian standards.

Records custody

Accounting records and supporting docs maintained 5 years.

Agent submissions

Copies/declarations to the resident agent as required.

Tax returns

Income tax and ITBMS filings where applicable.

Franchise tax

Annual corporate tax (tasa única) management.

Common compliance items

Typical Panama obligations we manage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions?

If you didn’t find the answer, contact us — we’ll be happy to consult you!
Do Panama offshore companies really need accounting records?

Yes. Since Law 52/2016 (reinforced by Law 254/2021), Panamanian entities must maintain accounting records and supporting documents and make them available via their resident agent — with significant fines for non-compliance.

Where must records be kept?

They may be kept anywhere, but the resident agent must know the location and receive copies or confirmations as required by law.

Does my company pay Panama income tax?

Only on Panama-sourced income — Panama taxes territorially. Foreign-sourced income is generally exempt locally.

What is ITBMS?

Panama’s 7% VAT-style tax on local supplies of goods and services; we register and file where your activity requires it.

What if my entity has never kept records?

We regularise: reconstructing prior-year records and bringing the file current before penalties escalate.

What is the annual franchise tax?

The tasa única — a flat annual corporate tax payable to keep the entity in good standing; we track and pay it for you.

We Are Always Available

Our team ensures your business setup is smooth, efficient, and compliant with local laws. Contact us today to discuss your project.

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Cyprus, Limassol

Arch. Makarios Av. III, No. 1-7, Mitsis Building 3, 3rd floor, Office 302, 1065 Nicosia

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Estonia, Tallinn

Tallinn,  Harju maakond, Lasnamäe linnaosa, Ruunaoja tn 3, 11415

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UAE, Dubai

Building A1, Dubai Digital Park, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE

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Ukraine, Kyiv

Kyiv, Mykhailo Boychuk Street, Office 3011, 01103, Ukraine

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United States, New York

228 Park Ave S, New York City, New York, 10003, USA

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