Practice Areas
Special Economic Regimes
Advisory to companies under special regimes, economic zones, and fiscal and operational incentive schemes.
Advisory to companies under special regimes, economic zones, and fiscal and operational incentive schemes.
The Special Economic Regimes practice of SB&Co. Legal advises national and international companies in the evaluation, incorporation, and operation under special regimes, economic zones, and fiscal, labor, and immigration incentive schemes, with the objective of optimizing their operational structure and facilitating their establishment and growth in Panama.
We accompany our clients from the strategic analysis stage, assessing the legal, fiscal, and operational feasibility of joining a special regime in accordance with their business model, industry, and regional projection. Our advisory is aimed at ensuring that the company takes advantage of available incentives in a safe, sustainable, and compliant manner.
The firm works closely with its clients in the incorporation processes for special development areas, as well as in the ongoing compliance with the obligations of each regime. We assist companies operating or seeking to operate under schemes such as Panama Pacifico, City of Knowledge, Petroleum Free Zones, Multinational Company Headquarters (SEM), and the Colón Free Zone, among others, integrating corporate, tax, labor, immigration, and regulatory aspects.
Legal, fiscal, and operational evaluation for application to special economic regimes
Advisory on selecting the most appropriate special regime
Incorporation into Panama Pacifico, City of Knowledge, Colón Free Zone, Petroleum Free Zones, SEM/EMMA
Corporate structuring to operate under special regimes
Advisory on applicable fiscal, labor, and immigration incentives
Coordination of labor and immigration permits for foreign personnel
Advisory on ongoing regulatory compliance before special regime authorities
Handling of requirements, audits, and inspections
Support in expansion, modification, or renewal within the regime
Advisory on orderly exit or restructuring within the special regime
We have in-depth knowledge of the various special economic regimes in Panama and their practical implications. We advise our clients to take advantage of available incentives safely, sustainably, and in compliance with current regulations.
Support in purchase, sale, corporate reorganization, and joint ventures.
Legal and regulatory advisory to insurers, intermediaries, and corporate clients.
Structuring, purchase and sale, leasing, and real estate due diligence.
Estate structures, family governance protocols, and succession schemes.
Governance frameworks, compliance programs, and risk management.
Strategic representation in civil litigation, arbitration, and criminal disputes.
