Panamanian Nationality by Descent: Children Born Abroad to a Panamanian Parent
If you were born outside Panama to a Panamanian parent, you may already have a right to Panamanian nationality by birth — not by naturalization. Article 9 of the Constitution recognizes children of a Panamanian-by-birth parent as Panamanian by birth once they establish domicile in Panama. This guide explains the article, the domicile requirement, the role of the Tribunal Electoral and the cédula, and how it interacts with inheriting property in Panama.