Panama Index

Moving with a Pet to Panama
Prepare for your move to Panama with a pet. Understand the vaccination needs, travel details, and item restrictions in Panama. This essential guide helps you navigate the process of moving with your pet and reduce the chance of unnecessary complications.

Christmas in Panama
Explore the festive traditions of Christmas and New Year in Panama, where the celebrations are marked by special foods, church ceremonies, the exchange of gifts, and an array of cultural customs.

Culture Shock in Panama
If you're planning a move to Panama, or have recently settled there, it's natural to encounter some culture shock as you adjust to your new surroundings. Our insightful article is designed to help you navigate this transition smoothly. It offers practical tips and draws on the experiences of fellow expats.who have successfully embraced the cultural nuances of Panama.

Homeschooling in Panama
If you're moving with kids to Panama and homeschooling is something you're considering, it's important to do your research and learn about homeschooling in Panama.

How to Enroll Your Children in School in Panama
If you're a newcomer in Panama and enrolling your children in school in Panama, here's how:

Educational System in Panama
The one tip that you hear expats.living in Panama repeatedly sharing with newcomers is not to buy a home when you first move to Panama. Rent for a few months or longer so that you have time to find the right neighborhood. Give yourself time to ensure that Panama is right for you for the long term. If you've already taken time to do those things and are ready to take the plunge and become a property owner, here are tips about buying a home in Panama.

10 Things to Know Before Moving to Panama
If you're planning a move to Panama, here are 10 things expats.living there wish they had known before moving to Panama.

How to Buy a Home in Panama
The one tip that you hear expats.living in Panama repeatedly sharing with newcomers is not to buy a home when you first move to Panama. Rent for a few months or longer so that you have time to find the right neighborhood. Give yourself time to ensure that Panama is right for you for the long term. If you've already taken time to do those things and are ready to take the plunge and become a property owner, here are tips about buying a home in Panama.

How to Rent a Home in Panama
Renting a home in Panama for the first time can be daunting. You probably have so many questions: Do I need a lawyer? Do rentals come with appliances? How do I find good rentals? How do I choose the right neighborhood? The list goes on and on. Here are answers to some of the top questions plus insight from our members living in Panama.

Getting a Driver's License in Panama
Here's a primer on how to get your driver's license in Panama.

Expat Survey: 85% of Expats in Panama Love Living There
Our survey to find the Best Places to Live in 2022 revealed that 85% of expats.in Panama report that they are happy with the expatriate experience there.

Expat Survey: Panama Remains Popular With Expats
Expats remain attracted to Panama for its cost of living, excellent climate and the variety of options available for places to live. Read about how Panama ranked relative to other expat destinations and specific comments from expats.themselves.

10 Tips for Living in Panama
Expats, global nomads and retirees are drawn to Panama's ease of residency, low taxes (Panama does not tax on worldwide income), friendly Panamanians who always put family first, inexpensive healthcare and laid back lifestyle. Like any country, life in Panama does come with a few challenges. This articles covers all of these topics and more.

Panama's Pensionado Visa
Panama's Pensionado Visa offers retirees with a retirement income of at least $1,000 an easy way to become legal residents of Panama and includes many perks.

Panama's Pensionado Discounts
Panama's pensionado discounts are available to legal residents (55+ for women, 60+ for men). These generous discounts include 25% off airline tickets, 25% at restaurants, 50% off at hotels during the week, exemption on import tax for up to $10,000 household goods and much more.

How to Open a Bank Account in Panama
How to open a bank account in Panama from the expat perspective: covers what documents you'll need to open a bank account, key criteria when choosing a bank, opening a bank account before you obtain residency and more.

Best Banks in Panama for Expats and Global Nomads
Expats share their recommendations for the best banks in Panama for expats.and global nomads.

Cost of Living: Costa Rica vs. Panama
People considering a move to Central America often narrow down their list to Panama and Costa Rica. Expats talk about the cost of living in Panama and Costa Rica - housing costs, gas, car, electric, internet, groceries, budgets for various lifestyles and more.

Expat Banking: Tips for Expats in Panama
Expats in Panama face unique challenges in managing their finances while living there, and that always starts with settling on the right expat financial services. Here are some basic tips from expats.living in Panama - their insights are based on their actual experiences managing their finances while living there.

Pros and Cons of Living in Panama
Expats in Panama talks about the pros and cons of living in Panama. Topics include the lower cost of living, bureaucracy, friendly people. Expats in Panama seem to agree that you'll have to come down and explore the country to find out if it's the right place for you!

Thanksgiving in Panama
American expats.in Panama can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal at these restaurants.

Panama Retirement, The Other Option
Miguel Sirus retired in Panama 10 years ago. Instead of choosing a popular expat destination such as Boquette, Volcan or El Valle, he bought an overgrown piece of property near a village in Panama. In this article, he offers a glimpse at how his new life unfolded.

5 Great Places to Retire in Central America
Central America is an increasingly popular retirement destination. Retirees love it's proximity to the United States, lower cost of living, beautiful cities, amazing beaches, healthy lifestyle and friendly people.

10 Tips for Living in Panama
Did you know it's hot in Panama City all year round? Did you know that it's hard to get a work visa in Panama? Did you know that Panama has great incentives for foreign retirees?

The Most Sought After Document in South America
Charles Barrett offers some helpful tips to ensure that you minimize risk associated with a lost or stolen passport.

Ten Things You Should Know Before You Move To Central or South America
Lee offers ten tips for people contemplating a move to Central or South America.