Passive foreign-source income under Law 526: which categories apply to your structure?
The law does not apply to all income generated by a Panamanian entity. The second threshold is the type of income — and that analysis must come before the substance analysis.
Continue ReadingDoes Law 526 Apply to Your Structure? The Analysis to Complete Before August
Law 526 has a specific applicability threshold. Before analyzing any pillar of economic substance, there is a prior question that determines whether everything else applies.
Continue ReadingTax Incentives in Panama: When an Advantage Becomes a Liability
Panama maintains one of the most competitive tax incentive frameworks in Latin America. Its special regimes — SEM, EMMA, Panama-Pacific, and Free Zones — were designed to attract investment, promote skilled employment, and position the country as a regional business hub.
Continue ReadingHow to Protect Your Intellectual Property Internationally
Intellectual property is one of the most valuable assets for any business. Protecting it not only locally in Panama but also internationally is essential to maintaining your competitive edge and avoiding falling victim to plagiarism or misuse.
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