Why Panama
Is Panama right for you?
Practical guides on cost of living, visas, health care, safety and daily life from people who made the move.
Moving and living in Panama
Visa Types in Panama
Not sure what visa type you need to enter Panama? Whether you’re looking to retire, work remotely, or get married,
Panama Celebrates Its Independence Days
The first of 5 Independence-related holidays in November is on November 3. All 5 of those celebrations are collectively known
A US Citizen in Panama? You Can Vote US Elections
This post is for US Citizens who will be in Panama (or anywhere overseas) on an election day. Did you
7 Lies Expats Tell Themselves
People who live cross-culturally, for any significant portion of their lives, are often duped. When we first choose to live as
Panama’s New Plastic Bag Ban A Success!
In my corner of Panama, the new ban on plastic bags appears to be a success. The ban’s 1st day
23 Fun Facts About Panama
Did you know all these tidbits about Panama? I didn’t know them all. Maybe you don’t either. I hope you
Easter and Expat Kids in Panama
2013 Easter egg hunt crew – armed with plastic bags from Romeros. Celebrating Easter for Expat Kids It can be
Trash in Panama – Why So Much Litter & How It Is Changing
Environmental awareness is slowly growing in Panama. Government action to counter litter, especially of plastic, is increasing. Clean up efforts
2019 Updated Information on Traffic Tickets in Panama
In 2014, I posted about paying traffic tickets in Panama. Since then there have been some changes. I have updated
The Spirituality of Living Abroad
The other day, I stumbled across an intriguing Foreign Service Journal article. The author expressed an aspect of expat life
How People Dress in Panama – What To Wear in Panama
Panamanians dress casually. How casual depends upon where you are in Panama. Bocas del Toro is very casual. Flip-flops, shorts, a t-shirt, or even a tank top is fine. In Panama City people tend to dress more stylishly than elsewhere in Panama. Business casual is more the norm. Suits and high heels are seen more often, but overall […]
You Must Have WhatsApp In Panama
WhatsApp. Everyone in Panama uses it. WhatsApp is essential for anyone living in Panama. It really is. And WhatsApp is
Buying property
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Should You Form A Panama Corporation? Pros & Cons
February 14, 2020 A heads up, when you buy property in Panama. Many lawyers will urge you to create a corporation first. Often this course of action is presented as the only option. But it isn’t. In the case of Americans, forming a corporation can be a big disadvantage. You do not need to form […]
Finance Your Panama Property Purchase – Your Options
Almost all properties purchased in North America are financed. That is not the case in Panama. Well, at least not
To Dos: Before and During Your Panama Property Search
Have you decided to buy a Panama property? Most likely, you have never bought an overseas property before. With such
Delightful Near-The-Beach Property For Sale
The video, below, is a tour of a delightful property. This property is located in the charming beach town of
Good News – Property Price Increase Postponed
Formerly Sleepy Puerto Armuelles keeps gaining fans. More expats are moving here. Property prices are going up. We are raising
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