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title: "Types of Employment Contracts in Panama: Indefinite, Fixed-Term, and Project-Based"
description: "Learn about the types of employment contracts in Panama: permanent, fixed-term, and project-based. Avoid legal mistakes and choose the right type for your company."
---

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# [Types of Employment Contracts in Panama: Indefinite, Fixed-Term, and Project-Based](https://legalsolutionspanama.com/en/blog/employment-contracts-panama-indefinite-fixed-term-project-based)

 Written by [Legal Solutions](https://legalsolutionspanama.com/en/blog/author/legal-solutions) | Aug 12, 2026, 3:08:30 PM

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