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When buying property in Panama, there is one step that matters more than anything else:
Verifying that the property is legally registered under your name in the Registro Público de Panamá.
The Registro Público is Panama’s official government entity that records all real estate properties (inmuebles) and registered corporations in the country. Every legally recognized property in Panama must appear there.
Whether you are buying, selling, investing, or simply verifying ownership, this guide will walk you step by step through how to use the system.
1️⃣ What is the Registro Público de Panamá?
The Registro Público is Panama’s official land and corporate registry.
It contains:
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All titled real estate properties (fincas)
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Ownership records
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Property history and modifications
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Boundaries and location details
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Registered corporations
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Private foundations
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Corporate status (active or inactive)
If a property or company is legally registered in Panama, it must appear here.
2️⃣ How to Find the Official Website
To access it:
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Go to Google
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Search: “Registro Público de Panamá sitio oficial”
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Make sure you click on the official government website: https://www.rp.gob.pa
Always verify that you are entering the real, official site before creating an account.
3️⃣ How to Create an Account
Creating an account is simple.
✔ You can register using any email address
✔ The process is straightforward
✔ No special credentials are required
Once registered, you gain access to public consultation tools.
4️⃣ How to Search for a Property (Inmueble)
There are several ways to search:
🔎 Search by Finca Number
This is the most accurate method.
Each property in Panama has a unique Finca number.
If you have it, enter it directly into the search field.
🔎 Search by Código de Ubicación
You can also search using the location code assigned to the property.
🔎 Search by Owner Name (when available)
In some cases, searches can be conducted by name.
5️⃣ What Information Can You See?
Once inside the property record, you can access:
✔ Current legal owner
✔ Property size (square meters or hectares)
✔ Official registered value
✔ Location details
✔ Property boundaries (linderos)
✔ History of ownership transfers
✔ Mortgages or liens (if registered)
✔ All recorded changes made to the property
✔ The digital copy of the title
✔ Attached legal documents
This allows full transparency before or after a purchase.
6️⃣ How to Confirm the Property Is Legally Yours
After closing on a property, this is critical:
👉 Enter the Finca number
👉 Review the “Titular” or owner section
👉 Confirm that your name (or your corporation’s name) appears correctly
If it does not appear in Registro Público, legally the transfer has not been completed.
This is the ultimate confirmation of ownership in Panama.
7️⃣ Checking Corporations and Private Foundations
Registro Público does not only register properties.
You can also:
✔ Verify if a corporation is active or inactive
✔ See directors and officers (if available)
✔ Confirm if a property is owned by a corporation
✔ Check if ownership is under a private foundation
This is especially important when purchasing property through a legal entity.
8️⃣ Why This Matters for Buyers and Investors
Panama offers strong legal protection for property owners — but verification is key.
Using Registro Público helps you:
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Perform due diligence before buying
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Confirm ownership after purchase
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Avoid fraud
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Verify corporate sellers
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Research any property in the country
Transparency is one of Panama’s strongest advantages for real estate investors.
Why is this helpful?
Whether you are buying beachfront property, investing in land, or purchasing through a corporation, always verify everything at the Registro Público.
In Panama, ownership is not confirmed by a handshake, a contract, or even a closing —
it is confirmed when your name appears in the Registro Público.
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