More options.
More freedom.
What would a second place to call home make possible? Explore Plan B residency in Panama with The Bitcoin Way, starting with a free 30-minute consultation.
Build a plan while you
have time to think.
You might love where you live and still want another option. Start by getting clear on what a Plan B would need to do for you, your work and the people who matter most.
Somewhere else to go
If your circumstances changed, where would you want to be? Explore the practical steps behind having a lawful residency option elsewhere.
A move on your terms
Thinking about a different pace, a new base or a longer-term move? Put your questions about daily life alongside the immigration paperwork.
A plan for real life
Make room for the details: your partner, children, work, healthcare, schooling and the ties you want to keep at home.
Start with Panama.
The Bitcoin Way’s current Plan B service focuses on Panama. Its team offers help with preparation and in-country logistics, including personal support when you visit for your application.
Use the first conversation to work out what you need to investigate. A destination should fit your life as well as your paperwork.
Service overview: The Bitcoin Way’s Plan B programme.
Which route could fit?
Panama has several residency categories. These are starting points for a discussion, not an eligibility assessment or a promise that every route is offered by The Bitcoin Way.
Friendly Nations
For nationals of specified countries who satisfy the applicable requirements. Ask a Panamanian lawyer about your nationality, qualifying links and the stages involved.
Qualified Investor
An investment-based permanent residency category. The investment type, source of funds and continuing obligations all need careful assessment.
Pensionado
A category for applicants with a qualifying lifetime pension. Pension evidence, financial requirements and any dependants need to be checked.
Immigration rules change. Confirm the current requirements, total costs and maintenance obligations with a qualified Panamanian lawyer before committing money or making travel plans.
Get clear.
Then make your next move.
- STEP 1
Book a conversation
Use Sean’s referral link to speak with The Bitcoin Way. Let the team know you want to discuss Plan B residency in Panama.
- STEP 2
Ask for the full picture
Discuss suitability, documents, visits, professional advice and an itemised quote. Understand what is included, what is extra and what happens if plans change.
- STEP 3
Decide with confidence
Review the proposed scope and professional advice before proceeding. If you go ahead, keep a clear record of deadlines, renewals and ongoing responsibilities.
You don’t have to organise it all alone.
The Bitcoin Way coordinates residency logistics with third-party legal and accounting professionals. Legal formalities are handled by a Panama-based legal team, rather than G’day Bitcoin.
Scope and conditions: The Bitcoin Way’s service terms.
- 01PreparationGuidance through the document-gathering process.
- 02Local coordinationHelp organising the in-country application experience.
- 03Personal supportOn-the-ground assistance during your visit, as agreed in your service scope.
Know what you’re
planning for.
What is a Plan B residency?
It is a second-country residency option: permission to reside under that country’s immigration rules. It is different from a short tourist stay. The exact rights and conditions depend on the permit granted.
Do I have to move straight away?
A future option may be possible without an immediate full-time move. That does not mean there are no visits or maintenance requirements. Ask for the complete schedule, including application trips, renewals and any return visits. The Bitcoin Way’s Friendly Nations terms specify these obligations.
Can my family apply with me?
Ask whether your proposed category allows dependants, which family members may qualify and what extra financial evidence and documents are required. Request an assessment of every family member rather than assuming everyone qualifies.
What documents should I prepare?
The checklist depends on your route and circumstances. Request a current, written document checklist for your application. Ask which documents need authentication, translation or an apostille, and how recently they must have been issued.
How long will it take, and what will it cost?
Request a current, written assessment and itemised quote for your circumstances. Ask about professional and government fees, any investment requirement, travel, translations, renewals and costs for dependants. Review the provider’s non-refundable payment terms before paying. No approval or completion date is guaranteed here.
Does this change my Australian tax position?
A foreign residency permit does not automatically make you a non-resident for Australian tax purposes. Australian tax residency is a separate, facts-based assessment. Get advice from a qualified Australian tax professional before changing your arrangements.
Panama’s tax authority describes income tax by reference to activities carried out in Panama. Do not assume that remote work, overseas payments or Bitcoin gains are automatically tax-free. Ask a qualified adviser how both countries’ rules apply to you.
ATO residency ruling (PDF) · Panama tax authority guidance (Spanish)
Is residency the same as citizenship or a second passport?
No. Treat residency, citizenship and a passport as separate questions. If citizenship is a long-term goal, ask a qualified lawyer about the applicable residence, nationality and naturalisation requirements. Do not assume a residency approval guarantees a future passport or dual citizenship.
Official Qualified Investor decree, including naturalisation provisions (Spanish, PDF).
Will I automatically have the right to work or open a bank account?
Ask the lawyer to confirm work permissions for your exact category, and ask the relevant bank about its own checks. Do not make employment or banking plans on the assumption that a residency card settles every requirement.
How private is the process?
Ask what information immigration authorities and professionals will need, who will handle it and how it will be protected. Review the provider’s privacy and confidentiality terms, including its call-recording policy. Residency planning is a documented legal process, not an anonymous arrangement.
Does a Plan B guarantee I can travel whenever I want?
Do not treat it as a guarantee against future travel restrictions, changes in law or decisions by authorities. Ask how the proposed status works in practice and what limitations still apply. Plan B approval itself is not guaranteed by The Bitcoin Way.
What would your Plan B look like?
Bring your questions to The Bitcoin Way. Use the first conversation to explore whether Panama deserves a place in your plans.
Free 30-minute consultation · Tell the team you’re interested in Plan B residency.