The Panama fideicomiso is a flexible trust instrument combining asset protection, succession planning and investment management under a trusted legal framework.
A Panama trust (fideicomiso) transfers legal ownership of assets to a licensed trustee, who manages them for the benefit of defined beneficiaries. Panama's trust law provides strong confidentiality and flexibility.
We advise on the right trust structure for your objectives and work with licensed Panama trustees to implement the arrangement with complete legal documentation.
Deep insight into Panama's tax authority processes.
Master in Public Administration — law, economics and policy.
You always deal directly with the attorney handling your case.
Licensed attorney in the Republic of Panama.
"A well-structured Panama trust doesn't just protect assets — it creates the legal framework for exactly how, when and to whom those assets flow."
— Lic. José Manuel Góndola Escudero · Idoneidad No. 17,005Trustee has discretion over distributions. Maximum flexibility for estate planning.
Trust deed specifies exact distributions to beneficiaries. Certainty over succession.
Trust holds and manages investment portfolio for beneficiaries.
Trust holds Panama or international real estate for management and succession.
Trust holds shares of operating companies for succession and protection.
Trust structured for charitable purposes with defined beneficiaries.
We define the purpose, assets, beneficiaries and trustee powers.
Complete trust deed drafted with specific provisions for your objectives.
Licensed Panama trustee appointed and agreement executed.
Assets transferred to trust with complete legal documentation.
Trust holds family assets and distributes per trust deed outside of probate process.
Trust holds Panama real estate for management and protection from personal creditors.
Investment trust holding diversified portfolio with professional trustee management.
In a trust, legal ownership transfers to the trustee. In a foundation, the foundation itself owns the assets. Both protect assets but with different governance.
Yes. The trust agreement is a private document not filed with any public registry.
No. A licensed Panama trustee (bank or licensed fiduciary) must act as trustee. You can be the settlor and/or beneficiary.
Trusts can be revocable or irrevocable depending on the objectives. Revocable trusts offer less creditor protection but more flexibility.
Bank accounts, real estate, shares, bonds, insurance policies and other assets globally.
Confidential consultation. We explain the structure and recommend the right approach.