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does not currently issue a standalone VASP licence. This service covers company incorporation and crypto-related corporate structuring, not a regulated VASP licence.<\/div>\r\n  <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"btn-primary\">Discuss your structure<\/a>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- INTRO -->\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n  <div class=\"c\">\r\n    <div class=\"intro-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"intro-text\">\r\n        <div class=\"section-label\">Jurisdiction overview<\/div>\r\n        <h2 class=\"section-title\">Panama for Crypto-Related Corporate Structures<\/h2>\r\n        <p>Panama offers a flexible and internationally recognised corporate framework for crypto, blockchain and fintech-related businesses. It does not currently operate a standalone VASP licensing regime comparable to regulated jurisdictions such as the EU, Dubai, Cayman Islands or BVI.<\/p>\r\n        <p>Panama is typically used for <strong>international holding and SPV structures, Web3 project vehicles, crypto-related consulting or technology companies<\/strong>, and group structuring alongside a regulated entity in another jurisdiction.<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"suitable-list\">\r\n          <div class=\"suitable-title\">Typically suitable for<\/div>\r\n          <li class=\"suitable-item\"><div class=\"suitable-dot\"><\/div>International holding and SPV structures<\/li>\r\n          <li class=\"suitable-item\"><div class=\"suitable-dot\"><\/div>Crypto-related consulting, technology or treasury companies<\/li>\r\n          <li class=\"suitable-item\"><div class=\"suitable-dot\"><\/div>Web3 and blockchain project vehicles<\/li>\r\n          <li class=\"suitable-item\"><div class=\"suitable-dot\"><\/div>Group structuring alongside a regulated entity<\/li>\r\n          <li class=\"suitable-item\"><div class=\"suitable-dot\"><\/div>Non-custodial or non-regulated crypto-related activities<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <div class=\"not-suitable\">Where the client's business involves exchange, custody, brokerage, payment processing, investor-facing services or other regulated financial activity, a formal VASP or financial services licence in another jurisdiction is likely required.<\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div>\r\n        <div class=\"section-label\" style=\"margin-bottom:12px\">Quick facts<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"facts-grid\">\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Entity type<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">Panama S.A.<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Authorised share capital<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">USD 10,000 standard \u2014 authorised only, not required to be paid in<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Registered office<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">Panama City, Republic of Panama<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Foreign ownership<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">100% permitted<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Documents<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">Apostilled, in English and Spanish<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Timeline<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">4\u20136 weeks<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Annual maintenance<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">From USD 1,800\/year<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-label\">Licence status<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"fact-value\">Panama does not currently issue a standalone VASP licence<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- PACKAGES -->\r\n<section class=\"section section-light\">\r\n  <div class=\"c\">\r\n    <div class=\"section-label\">Service packages<\/div>\r\n    <h2 class=\"section-title\">Panama Crypto Setup Packages<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"section-intro\">Two packages depending on the level of corporate, compliance and banking support required.<\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"pkg-grid\">\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"pkg-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-badge\">Package 1<\/div>\r\n        <h3>Panama Crypto Company Setup<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"pkg-desc\">For basic crypto, blockchain and fintech corporate structures.<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-price\">From USD 5,000<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-from\">Professional fee<\/div>\r\n        <hr class=\"pkg-divider\">\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-inc\">Includes<\/div>\r\n        <ul class=\"pkg-list\">\r\n          <li>Panama S.A. incorporation coordination<\/li>\r\n          <li>Crypto \/ blockchain \/ fintech-related corporate purpose<\/li>\r\n          <li>Standard authorised share capital structure<\/li>\r\n          <li>Registered office in Panama City<\/li>\r\n          <li>Basic corporate documents<\/li>\r\n          <li>AML\/KYC support documentation<\/li>\r\n          <li>Structuring and regulatory considerations<\/li>\r\n          <li>Assessment of whether the business model may require licensing in another jurisdiction<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <p class=\"pkg-suitable\">Suitable for: crypto holding companies, Web3 \/ blockchain project companies, international SPVs, non-custodial or non-regulated crypto-related structures, fintech consulting \/ software \/ support companies<\/p>\r\n        <p class=\"pkg-maintenance\">Annual maintenance: from USD 1,800\/year<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-note\">Panama does not currently issue a standalone VASP licence. This package covers company incorporation and crypto-related corporate structuring only.<\/div>\r\n        <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"pkg-btn\">Send request<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"pkg-card featured\">\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-badge\">Package 2<\/div>\r\n        <h3>Panama Crypto Company Setup + Corporate & Banking Support<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"pkg-desc\">For clients needing enhanced corporate documents, nominee services and bank \/ EMI readiness.<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-price\">From USD 8,000<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-from\">Professional fee<\/div>\r\n        <hr class=\"pkg-divider\">\r\n        <div class=\"pkg-inc\">Includes everything in Package 1, plus<\/div>\r\n        <ul class=\"pkg-list\">\r\n          <li>Corporate and nominee services<\/li>\r\n          <li>Apostillisation of documents<\/li>\r\n          <li>Translation of documents into English<\/li>\r\n          <li>Certificate of Incumbency<\/li>\r\n          <li>Certificate of Good Standing, apostilled and translated into English<\/li>\r\n          <li>Banking assistance<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <p class=\"pkg-suitable\">Suitable for: clients needing bank \/ EMI onboarding support, international group structures, clients who need apostilled and translated documents, crypto businesses preparing for counterparty or banking review<\/p>\r\n        <p class=\"pkg-maintenance\">Annual maintenance: from USD 1,800\/year<\/p>\r\n        <a href=\"#contact\" class=\"pkg-btn\">Send request<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- WHY ARTLEX -->\r\n<section class=\"section\">\r\n  <div class=\"c\">\r\n    <div class=\"section-label\">Why Artlex<\/div>\r\n    <h2 class=\"section-title\">Structuring and Compliance \u2014 Not Just Incorporation<\/h2>\r\n    <p class=\"section-intro\">Most Panama company providers offer incorporation only. Artlex Consult adds regulatory structuring, AML\/KYC documentation and compliance perspective to the setup process.<\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"why-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"why-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"why-num\">01<\/div>\r\n        <h4>Business Model Review<\/h4>\r\n        <p>We assess the client's business model and activity before proceeding \u2014 including whether Panama is the appropriate jurisdiction or whether a licensed VASP structure may be required.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"why-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"why-num\">02<\/div>\r\n        <h4>AML\/KYC Documentation<\/h4>\r\n        <p>We assist with AML\/KYC support documentation tailored to the client's crypto-related activity \u2014 relevant for banking, counterparty and compliance readiness.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"why-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"why-num\">03<\/div>\r\n        <h4>Compliance Perspective<\/h4>\r\n        <p>We bring AML\/CFT, MiCA and regulatory compliance expertise to the corporate structuring process \u2014 connecting company setup with broader compliance and regulatory requirements.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- FAQ -->\r\n<section class=\"section section-light\">\r\n  <div class=\"c\">\r\n    <div class=\"section-label\">FAQ<\/div>\r\n    <h2 class=\"section-title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n    <ul class=\"faq-list\">\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">Does Panama issue a crypto or VASP licence?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">No. Panama does not currently operate a standalone VASP licensing regime. A Panama S.A. may be structured for crypto-related corporate purposes, but it does not carry a regulated VASP licence.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">What is Panama suitable for in crypto structuring?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">Panama is typically used for international holding structures, SPVs, Web3 service companies, technology businesses and non-regulated crypto-related activities. Where regulated financial services are involved, a licence in another jurisdiction is likely required.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">Can I operate a crypto exchange from a Panama company?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">A Panama company does not carry a regulated VASP licence. Where the business involves exchange, custody, brokerage, payment processing or investor-facing services, a formal financial services licence in another jurisdiction is likely required. We assess each business model individually.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">Can I open a bank account for a Panama crypto company?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">Banking for crypto-related Panama companies is subject to strict enhanced due diligence. We can assist with banking application preparation as part of Package 2, but approval is subject to independent review by the relevant bank or EMI and cannot be guaranteed.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">What documents are included?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">Package 1 includes basic corporate documents. Package 2 additionally includes apostilled documents, English translations, Certificate of Incumbency and apostilled Certificate of Good Standing translated into English.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">How long does setup take?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">Typically 4\u20136 weeks from completion of KYC and document requirements.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n      <li class=\"faq-item\">\r\n        <div class=\"faq-q\">What are the annual maintenance costs?<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"faq-a\">Annual maintenance starts from USD 1,800\/year and covers registered agent, registered office, government fees and standard annual corporate maintenance. Final costs depend on the selected structure and provider terms.<\/div>\r\n      <\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"imp-note\">\r\n      <strong>Important note:<\/strong> Panama does not currently operate a standalone VASP licensing regime. The service described on this page refers to Panama company incorporation and crypto-related corporate structuring, AML\/KYC support documentation and banking readiness preparation. Where the client's activity involves exchange, custody, brokerage, payment processing, investor-facing services or regulated financial activity, a licence in another jurisdiction may be required. Banking and EMI account opening are subject to independent compliance review and approval cannot be guaranteed.\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<!-- CTA -->\r\n<section class=\"cta-section\" id=\"contact\">\r\n  <div class=\"c\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"cta-left\">\r\n        <h2>Discuss Your Panama Structure<\/h2>\r\n        <p>Whether you are setting up a holding company, SPV or crypto-related business vehicle in Panama \u2014 we can assess your structure, business model and compliance requirements before proceeding.<\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"cta-contacts\">\r\n          <div class=\"cta-contact\">\u2709 <a href=\"mailto:info@artlexconsult.com\">info@artlexconsult.com<\/a><\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cta-contact\">\ud83d\udcde <a href=\"tel:+420607667076\">+420 607 667 076<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cta-form-wrap\">\r\n        <div class=\"cta-form-title\">Send a Request<\/div>\r\n        <form onsubmit=\"return false\">\r\n          <div class=\"cform-row\">\r\n            <div class=\"cform-field\">\r\n              <label class=\"cform-label\">Full name <span class=\"req\">*<\/span><\/label>\r\n              <input class=\"ci\" type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Your name\" required>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"cform-field\">\r\n              <label class=\"cform-label\">Email <span class=\"req\">*<\/span><\/label>\r\n              <input class=\"ci\" type=\"email\" placeholder=\"Email address\" required>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cform-field\">\r\n            <label class=\"cform-label\">Company \/ project <span class=\"req\">*<\/span><\/label>\r\n            <input class=\"ci\" type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Company or project name\" required>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cform-field\">\r\n            <label class=\"cform-label\">Package of interest<\/label>\r\n            <select class=\"ci ci-select\">\r\n              <option value=\"\" disabled selected>Select a package<\/option>\r\n              <option>Package 1 \u2014 Panama Crypto Company Setup<\/option>\r\n              <option>Package 2 \u2014 Setup + Corporate & Banking Support<\/option>\r\n              <option>Not sure \u2014 need advice<\/option>\r\n            <\/select>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cform-field\">\r\n            <label class=\"cform-label\">Message <span class=\"req\">*<\/span><\/label>\r\n            <textarea class=\"ci ci-ta\" placeholder=\"Briefly describe your business model and requirements\" required rows=\"4\"><\/textarea>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <button type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-submit\">Send Request<\/button>\r\n          <div class=\"cform-note\">Fields marked <span class=\"req\">*<\/span> are required. 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