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Hire employees in Panama with Employer of Record (EOR)

Hire employees in Panama with Employer of Record (EOR)

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EOR Rate: $599 /month per employee

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Country Snapshot

Currency

PAB

Timezone

UTC-5

Minimum Wage

3.13 PAB/Hour

Payroll Frequency

Monthly

Employment Type

Full-time

Panama is a regional logistics and financial hub in Central America.

General Information

CapitalPanama City
Population4,571,189
TimezoneUTC-5
Official LanguageSpanish

Employment Laws

Working Hours48h / week
Minimum Wage3.13 PAB/Hour
Probation PeriodUp to 3 months
Notice Period15–30 days

Leave Entitlements

Annual Leave30 days
Public Holidays12 days
Sick LeavePaid
Maternity Leave14 weeks
Paternity Leave3 days

Social Security

Employer Rate12%
Employee Rate9%

CSS (Social Security Fund)

Don't have a local team yet?

Gini Talent can recruit qualified candidates and employ them through EOR in Panama.

Include recruitment support

Taxation

Corporate Tax24.9%

Territorial tax system

Termination Rules

Notice + severance mandatory

Bonus Requirements:

No mandatory bonus

Additional Information

EOR arrangements in Panama require compliance with labor laws covering contracts, social security enrollment, and statutory benefits. Payroll administration includes mandatory contributions and regulated deductions. Termination procedures are formalized and may involve severance obligations. Labor enforcement is active. An EOR ensures compliant employment administration.

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What does EOR cost in Panama?

EOR is billed as a monthly per-employee fee covering payroll, employment contracts, and statutory filings. The rate shown on this page is the starting point; the exact fee depends on role, seniority, and extras such as work permits.

How long does onboarding take via EOR in Panama?

Once we have the role details and employee information, onboarding typically takes 1–3 weeks — much faster than incorporating a local entity, which often takes 3–6 months.

Can I terminate an EOR employee in Panama?

Yes. You instruct; we remain the legal employer and run notice, severance, and process according to local labour law and the employment contract.

What is the notice period in Panama?

Statutory notice depends on tenure and the contract. We apply the legal minimum plus any contractual terms when you request a termination.

Do I need a local entity to hire in Panama?

No. EOR exists so you can hire without incorporating. We are the legal employer of record; your team manages the day-to-day work.

Why choose Gini Talent as your EOR in Panama?

Transparent per-employee pricing, local payroll and compliance handled for you, and the same team can add recruitment or scale into the next market across 100+ countries.

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