🇵🇦 Ouvrir un compte bancaire en Panama

Panama banking has become significantly more difficult since the 2016 Panama Papers revelations. International correspondent banks (particularly US banks) scrutinise Panama entities closely, and local banks have tightened due diligence requirements substantially. Opening a corporate account for a newly formed Panama SA typically requires an in-person visit, detailed business plans, source-of-funds documentation, and evidence of genuine business activity. Companies without demonstrable local substance or operational history face high rejection rates. Applying to multiple banks simultaneously is advisable. Banistmo, Banco General, and Global Bank are among the larger local options; some smaller private banks may be more accommodating for international structures.