wolfmanmike
American expat in Panama
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About me
American
Lives in Panamá, Panamá
Speaks english , spanish badly
Registration: 19 January 2018
Secure your financial assets as an expat in Panama by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As we navigate the exciting world of living and working in Panama, it's essential to make informed decisions about our financial future. We’d love to hear about the different investment options available for expats: how ...
when i moved to panama near 21 years ago at the age of 55 i had money to invest and very little income from investment . the canal had just changed hand and many homes rented and apartments were avavble and the construction boom had not really ... Read More
Thinking about early retirement to Panama by tai an Zhou
I've been Googling furiously, but the websites give conflicting information, so I came here. I have a general idea of what is available in the country. I'm a Singaporean national who doesn't like his country of origin and is looking for a fresh ...
all good advice , i am 76 retried here at 55 for a while you could rent a room from me in la chorrerra walking distance to bank etc. gated community , hi speed internet . i lived in medellin for 3 yeras while being treaqted for cancer but have ... Read More
NEW TO PANAMA FORUM by cccl98
Friends, looking forward to learning as much as possible about Panama. I am married to Colombian lady (44 years). We have lived in New Orleans area the last 40+, and we like to move in the next few years. Panama seems to have more advantages ...
been here 21 years except for 3 years in medellin as i have a ceduala both places but the health insurance in col much cheaper . that being said knowing spanish is more important in col than pan . my spanish is bad but my panamaian wife of 20 years ... Read More
General questions and information wanted by bretthahner
Hello! My fiancé and I are considering a move to the boquete region, we are from the United States. although we have not traveled there as of yet it will be our honeymoon and we will be looking at areas to consider moving to along with ...
is hi and cool there , many expats and good restaurants lovely city . my one negative i spent three days there and at 5 or 6 in the morning i have to have my coffe as it " moves me " .. the heat and humidity is great for the skin and aches and pains ... Read More
italian family coming to Panama by bollicina3
Hello everyone! we are an italian family of 3, me 46yo Mum, and my sons aged 16 and 20. We left Italy 2 years ago and we have no intentions to go back to Europe. We are backpacking low budget around central America. For now we spent 1 year in ...
the only comment i want to make is that the city has some of the finest restaurants in the world .; i spent 3 years in medellin , love the city but you find a good one brag on it go back a week later a different chef and food not fit to eat ,, no ... Read More
Where to stay for one night by shidaladani
Hi guys. We’re arriving on April 28 in Panama for travelling 2weeks thru the country. Can anyone give me some tips as to where to stay for one night for a good deal?
is a great place to operate from in the city near albrook as well so if traveling by bus is 5 minutes from the station ,, i love to walk every day and is one of the nicest places and safest to walk in the city .. quiet ,, is not another place i ... Read More
Hiking in Volcan Baru & areas near Boquete by kathleentitus
I am trying to travel lightly and not to check luggage.....and wondering if a light weight fleece jacket is necessary for hiking in the Volcan Baru area. I understand it can be quite cold at the summit but I don't plan to go that far up. I will ...
@kathleentitus i would wear a light very rain proof jacket with a removal liner and a hood in the city heat u can still use the rain jacket cool late at night .. been there done that , enjoy is well worth the trip Read More
Room Rental and Intro to Albrook by greghawley
In case anybody is interested, I have a room for rent in my house in Albrook (in the old Canal Zone near Panama City). It’s a downstairs bedroom with an attached bathroom (but no shower – another bathroom is available for showers). My ...
i can testify this is the best area to live walk every direction ,, is on the old base so more like usa than panama housing .. i have 20 years panama have lived all over own 3 houses myself Read More
Retiring to Panama without a pension or SS by nedw
My brother is looking to move down to Panama to retire. He has money to live nicely but never worked for a large company with a pension nor enough SS. How do people move down to Panama without these prerequisites we’re reading about?
i moved there with an life anuity from my company , i resigned as president and ceo , had bank statement showing my fist check deposited and my second check to deposi in panama bank . had it all" apozolozed " uspelit" it in houston ,, they accepted ... Read More
The driving force of your expatriation in Panama by Diksha
Hello everybody, Moving abroad, to a destination such as Panama, is often the result of careful consideration. It is a major life decision and one that should not be taken lightly as the implications are so diverse. We would like to know what ...
@Diksha i moved 20 years ago at age 55 . i had traveled 5 or 6 countries weekend trips in search of a destination . coming from a bad marriage and needed a place with prospect of a new wife and reasons to move there , the dollar , got ... Read More
Better cities to live in. by tanker1464
What are some of the better cities to live in. Affordable housing or apartments, easy to get around town.
the town of cerro cama an hour from the city and arenosa actually on the lake are small safe towns , cooler because they are on the carribean side of the great divide have local stores and some expats living in nthe area ,, buses and chivas run ... Read More
Better cities to live in. by tanker1464
What are some of the better cities to live in. Affordable housing or apartments, easy to get around town.
city living i like chitre better than most david is so hot, el valle is isolated and for strict retirement ,, boquete is so over rated damp and cold some times ,, Read More
Medication in Panama by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Panama ...
actrually i have my medical insurance in colombia and buy my drugs there much cheaper like 100 mg viagra i buy for 1.15 over 3 buicke here same with my bp meds 30 days here 28 dollars 7 bucks there Read More
Hi All re: Panama
are you in panama or coming to panama ? looking for a place to rent ?? Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
exactly mm got friends in medellin lived in costa rica then here now there .. reason for that but half the folks on the move are never happy ,, 17 years here ,, perfect no but beats hell out of the states Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
been here 17 years my last vaccination was in 1967 ,, never got another after the navy never get sick sheeple get your mercury etc ,, Read More
Coming soon!
i have a house in the country near the lake high speed internet is available and the grounds keeper wife is great with kids ,, cooking and house cleaning 650 a month internet not included is well furnished garden paradise Read More
room rental
good luck not a very good idea show up with two dogs knowing nothing about the country might get you a sleeping bag and just plan on sleeping at the airport a week while you get your dogs out of hock Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
my choice panama after visiting all most all the countries in carribean and south america to many to list i kept coming back to panama ,, at the time i could fly rt Houston for 300 bucks after i got my retirement visa ,, and they were on the dollar ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
yep 4 years in my semi gated community ,, one way in and out dead end streets ,, a few months ago some bad guys followed a neighbor in and robbed them before they could get into their home ,, 65 houses in here never a problem before an resident in ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
jajajajaja 17 years here yes i am allin and plan on staying here ,, you strike me like so many have that never be satisfied unless you are trashing something ,, i have my medical in colombia go often .. Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
true to a certain degree but my family lives in the states in rural areas have had as many or more incidents and people like to talk about how safe colombia is i have many friends there and even in sabanetas one of thE safest places i have Ever ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
17 years here had one incident ,, i have lived in 5 different houses and apartments ,, sounds like you were inviting break ins to me ,, after the first time i lived 2 more years same place never had another problem other than them stealing a boat ... Read More
New in town by mag420
Retired to David a month or so ago. As President Truman said, 'If you can't stand the heat get out of the kitchen'..... Well as one from the US Southwest, the heat here is...... well hot. But not hot enough to get us out. We like ...
time on my hands ,, not much , to each his own i guess ,,,i have been here 17 years and have found much better places to live than david for sure . is hot in david year round but this time of the year i find it intolerable. the wind comes from the ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
was a local ,, she was setting in her home doors open ,, baby in carriage ,, some teenagers robbed her took her baby seen pushing the carriage down the street ,, but they stole her i phone ,, the police were tracking the phone and some dumb ass tv ... Read More
Panama’s Pensionado visa by 57graham
If i have a Panama Pensionado visa can I work from Panama for a U.S internet company.
i back up ,, yes you can work for a us based internet company i was told today ,, i was told they pay you in a bank in the us not much they can do about it unless you apply for soc sec etc, here .. Read More
Panama’s Pensionado visa by 57graham
If i have a Panama Pensionado visa can I work from Panama for a U.S internet company.
not legally and a pensianado visa is a retirement visa ,, would keep you from getting a job .. i have a cedula and the pensianado visa and still i would need a work permit to work legally Read More
Dentistry and costs by GinnyP
Can y’all tell me about the costs and about the dentist down in Panama? I need a few inplants and was wondering about the doctors and the costs per implant I’ve heard about the costs from Mexico and Costa Rica, But I’d like to ...
i have my medical insurance in colombia ,, full coverage for 31 a month and have taken advantage of it ,, i to am disappointed with panamanian doctors and service as a rule ,, but there are a few exceptions ,, a great urologist , speaks good ... Read More
Vehicle importation by santiago arguelles
Can you bring your vehicle to panama
never heard of a physical keeping any one from a license i was 71 when i got my license renewed it requires a physical and a hearing test ,, which i passed both , i have imported a pick up , a car , a motorcycle and the only gringo i know of that ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
we have had a few kidnappings but were locals ,, rich Chinese are a target ,, a couple of babies stolen but returned , tourists no problem .. areas to avoid are easily defined and avoided. be alert to your surroundings .. Read More
We are making our first trip in June by lulu fowler
Hi, we are just starting to look into where we can retire. we are considering Panama and Ecuador, and maybe Mexico. We are making our first trip in June. I think we are going to Panama first. I would like the Caribbean side but worried about the ...
good advice mostly ,, i was a guide for my first two years here ,, i was able to save many people much more than the 85 a day i charged plus expenses ,, plan your trip using google earth and asking questions ,, what might look like a day trip is two ... Read More
Cheapest cities in Panama by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Panama. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Panama where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to give ...
cheap is not always the best ,, there are houses in la chorrerra you can rent for 450 a month in a semi gated neighborhood that the equivalent in balboa or Panama pacifico would be 1200 a month or more , you could find a much smaller version in some ... Read More
New restaurant in Panama City by ferhat24
Hi everbody. i am thinking make restaurant for turkish cuisine in Panama City would you recommend? What kind of problem can be? and what you think about business conditions for Turkish cuisine?
is difficult as a foreigner to make any business work unless you have a Panamanian partner as a front then again who do you trust ,, few are trustworthy Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
i lived in the interior in a small town ,, with friends helpful neighbors ,, panamanians . i had dogs i depended on to alert us and protect us ,, no security doors ,, no bars on the windows , no security lights .. they poisoned my dogs came in thru ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
i had a gun permit so did my wife but has to be renewed and is a pain in the ass ,, i bought a shotgun easy enough ten years ago but hand guns are a pain in the rear ,, i now have a bbgun gas operated that shoots 6 bbs thru a tin can at one pull of ... Read More
Panama visa authorization for restricted countries by Aryal Career
Hola guys ! Does anyone have source to get Panama visa authorization for restricted countries ?
looks like you did not get much help here bro ,, panama has turned on investors and tourism alike with this president and i dont look for it to get any better ,, good luck with their journey thru south america hope all is well Read More
Interested in visiting, David, Boquete Panama by delrio12
My husband and I are looking at places we may want to retire. David is especially appealing given it's amenities as well as affordability. Can any expats currently residing there share their overall experience? We would specifically like ...
la chorrerra to me is a better choice ,, an hour from the city and airports but So diverse as to accommodations .. all the shopping is here , banks hospitals .clinics etc, an hour to the beaches in coronado or less ans 30 minutes to the beach at ... Read More
The town of Pedasi by jonnyq
Does anyone live in Pedasi or familiar with the town. I would love to get your thoughts about living there.
not year round mostly during the dry season we are in the middle of . is a very dry heat and once you get used to it is not bad ,, i live here 17 years so am acclimated to it more or less .. i also would not live there but can be a very great place ... Read More
home invasions and other dangers - plus... sheep by Ramouz
Hi guys, We've been looking at both Portugal and Panama as we want to leave Canada. We visited Panama for 2 weeks and liked it a bit. Made 2 friends. My wife is from Guatemala and I already lived there for 4 years so we know how the area ...
having been a victim of a break in and knowing someone whose home has been violated 3 times now , i can say some areas and situations can and will lead to a problem . he and i both made some mistakes that cost us ,, he still has not completely ... Read More
Dentistry and costs by GinnyP
Can y’all tell me about the costs and about the dentist down in Panama? I need a few inplants and was wondering about the doctors and the costs per implant I’ve heard about the costs from Mexico and Costa Rica, But I’d like to ...
Thanks Mike. Garciadentist@hotmail.com. Use that. My cell is 66188877. i have permission to post this information ,, retried military dentist hire nothing but the best in the business to help him in his office ,, he is semi retried does little ... Read More
Dentistry and costs by GinnyP
Can y’all tell me about the costs and about the dentist down in Panama? I need a few inplants and was wondering about the doctors and the costs per implant I’ve heard about the costs from Mexico and Costa Rica, But I’d like to ...
all i have right now is his personal cel phone number which i hesitate to publish here i will ask for his ofice number ,, is carnival here for the next week nothing gets done in this entire country Read More
Dentistry and costs by GinnyP
Can y’all tell me about the costs and about the dentist down in Panama? I need a few inplants and was wondering about the doctors and the costs per implant I’ve heard about the costs from Mexico and Costa Rica, But I’d like to ...
charlie garcia in downtown panama is the only dentist i would trust for implants ,, about half the cost of stateside but much higher than colombia . i have been told ,, charlie finished mine 18 years ago that i had started in the usa ,, twice mine ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
my elec is less than 70 i have 8 ciling fans never run air as i live on top of a hill cool breezes but i have 3 refers also Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
like all of panama goes off from time ti time ,, inter nt for 50 bucks tho is super fast and is much cooler than the city and has everything the city has and is safe for sure ,, i am in a semi gated neighborhood helps i am sure Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
david in the summer is dry and hot ,, i live here in chorrerra without air ,, yesterday was 102 in panama city and probably as hot in david never got over 89 here is a disadvantage to david ,, is easy to explain just look at google earth and the ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
you can rent in the country or in small towns very much cheaper ,, la chorrrra is on that has all the amenities of panama city ,, or way in to the country in cerra cama and raise your own fruits and vegetables walk to the lake and fish ,, eat in ... Read More
The best things to discover in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What have you discovered in Panama that you would recommend to other expats? Are there any places that you enjoy visiting on the weekends, be it areas of natural beauty or shopping malls? Are there any Panamanian dishes that ...
i do not undrstand your post ??? you have property you want to buy and you have been here 16 hours and you are an expert on panama ??? Read More
Travelling to Panama in January 16 2019 - ANY ASSISTANCE welcome by brazeagle
Booked and paid for my flight! I will be in PC on 16 JAN. Any additional inputs will be welcome. I will need to book a car, so I can drive down to Puerto from Panama City. Anyone want to do this together, WELCOME, it would be nice to have a co-pilot ...
i aume all is well and you are traveling panama as we speak ,, you get back this way look me up i will buy you a cold beer ,, *** watsap is the way to communicate here every one has it Read More
The best things to discover in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What have you discovered in Panama that you would recommend to other expats? Are there any places that you enjoy visiting on the weekends, be it areas of natural beauty or shopping malls? Are there any Panamanian dishes that ...
i have 21.65 hectares a small mountain overlooking lake gatun with year round streams on it for a dollar a meter probably the best buy in panama right now .. the entire are has gone to pineapple development mine is not good for that because most of ... Read More
The best things to discover in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What have you discovered in Panama that you would recommend to other expats? Are there any places that you enjoy visiting on the weekends, be it areas of natural beauty or shopping malls? Are there any Panamanian dishes that ...
there are still bargains my place in cerro cama 5 minutes from lake gatun an hour from panama city but only 30 minutes from la chorrera is appraised at 260,000 as a campground ,, problem is there is no financing for after market properties in panama ... Read More
Keeping fit in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Panama is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Panama? Do you exercise ...
i also take about 30 bucks worth of herbs and vitamins a month plus the moringa i raise myself .. Read More
Keeping fit in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Panama is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Panama? Do you exercise ...
i belong to local gym animo cost us 22 a month with a yearly charge is super modern and is 6 mines away , we got 3 or 4 times a week , i am 72 years old 5 foot 9 and weigh 150 do an hour on treadmill with 2 ten pound weights for upper body and some ... Read More
Looking to retire in panama
must be a hundred different post here you can read that answers all those questions just look . Read More
Legal services in Panama by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Panama. What types of legal services might an expat ...
edited out much she had to say truth hurts done it Read More
Legal services in Panama by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Panama. What types of legal services might an expat ...
just consider the source ,, trolls pop up all the time Read More
Moving from south africa by Mjwoest
Hi all...we will be movin to Panama in July next year...we have 3 sons and hubby is an expat worker...we are so looking forward to it...
i got my pensianado with an attorney 16 years ago for 650 bucks they want 2,500 now but i have done everything else without one ,, you can also ,, but then again i have a Panamanian wife Read More
Buy a retirement property in Panama or Brazil? by brazeagle
I am still on planning phase, but been Brazilian and living in NYC for the past 26 yrs! I wonder, should I go to Panama or Brazil for retirement? I will live my son in USA as he is an american born, he will b out of college and working when I move. ...
395,000 for apartment for apartments in panama ??? but every apartment in panama city in that price range there is a 100 apartments under 150,000 dont know where you are shopping ??? Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
some things in line some not i pay 22 a month for new gym in chorrera but 52 for internet but have like 22 g?? ispend over 500 for groceries but we eat really good ,, my house payment is less tn 400 but elec is 60 a month my insurance i carry in ... Read More
Buy a retirement property in Panama or Brazil? by brazeagle
I am still on planning phase, but been Brazilian and living in NYC for the past 26 yrs! I wonder, should I go to Panama or Brazil for retirement? I will live my son in USA as he is an american born, he will b out of college and working when I move. ...
right about the city ,, i lived in the city 2 years bought and built in the country you can still buy cheap if you want country living ,, i now live in chorerra and love it ,, i can find everything here you can get in the sity but maintain a farm in ... Read More
Buy a retirement property in Panama or Brazil? by brazeagle
I am still on planning phase, but been Brazilian and living in NYC for the past 26 yrs! I wonder, should I go to Panama or Brazil for retirement? I will live my son in USA as he is an american born, he will b out of college and working when I move. ...
naturally i prefer panama to all but i have lived here 17 years and have bought and sold many properties and understand the system , married to a panamanian has its advantages of course and having got the pensianado visa before i ever moved here is ... Read More
Moving from south africa by Mjwoest
Hi all...we will be movin to Panama in July next year...we have 3 sons and hubby is an expat worker...we are so looking forward to it...
welcome to panama with children understand that schooling for non spanish speaking children is one of the most expensive aspects of panama living ,, self school thru internet and online books works but still mixing with panamanians and daily ... Read More
Buy a retirement property in Panama or Brazil? by brazeagle
I am still on planning phase, but been Brazilian and living in NYC for the past 26 yrs! I wonder, should I go to Panama or Brazil for retirement? I will live my son in USA as he is an american born, he will b out of college and working when I move. ...
actually i prefer the area around the lake gatun in the arenosa cerro cama area ,, is only 21 miles to the carribean so you get year round cool breezes and not the storms associated with the pacific ,, proery can be had cheaper than other areas and ... Read More
Why we really left Boquete... by AuntieFlo
It's my turn to write about what happened. It is helping me to deal with the anger and the loss. We had such high hopes when we came to Panama. We wanted to live simpler, lower-cost lives. We also hoped to build something here, something that would ...
i have been here 17 years married to a great panamnian lady with a good family outside of family and maybe 3 or 4 outside the family panamnians are not to be trusted ,, i have had mechanics look me in the face and lie lie lie ,, once i called one a ... Read More
Buy a retirement property in Panama or Brazil? by brazeagle
I am still on planning phase, but been Brazilian and living in NYC for the past 26 yrs! I wonder, should I go to Panama or Brazil for retirement? I will live my son in USA as he is an american born, he will b out of college and working when I move. ...
when i moved here i weighed in at 186 and my knees were bad ,, now at 149 and spend an hour most days walking or on the treadmill ,, i stayed in boquette a week i had to live on celebrex " pain reliever " was damp and cold early morning ,, ... Read More
Panama for single mom and teen daughter...? by phoenix71
So glad to have found this forum! I'm a single mom with a teenage daughter; both of us excited about the possibility of relocating from Canada to Panama. This is not a spur-of-the-moment thing...we've been looking into it off and on for the past ...
that young bets they learn Spanish before you make the move ,, fi they are true school age it will cost you 20,000 a year for private school here ,, live in the country and eat like a panaman ian ,, i spend 600 a month of food Read More
Buy a retirement property in Panama or Brazil? by brazeagle
I am still on planning phase, but been Brazilian and living in NYC for the past 26 yrs! I wonder, should I go to Panama or Brazil for retirement? I will live my son in USA as he is an american born, he will b out of college and working when I move. ...
i know nothing about brazil ,, figure it cost a lot more to fly back and forth ,, retied in panama 17 years so know well the advantages of living here ,, good luck Read More
Travelling to Panama in January 16 2019 - ANY ASSISTANCE welcome by brazeagle
Booked and paid for my flight! I will be in PC on 16 JAN. Any additional inputs will be welcome. I will need to book a car, so I can drive down to Puerto from Panama City. Anyone want to do this together, WELCOME, it would be nice to have a co-pilot ...
google maps is good but waze will help with your traffic situation ,, 17 years here my self ,, the faster you get out of panama city the better ,, the corodor is the only way to drive it can make the diffrcne of an hour to get gone and as many as 3 ... Read More
Travelling to Panama in January 16 2019 - ANY ASSISTANCE welcome by brazeagle
Booked and paid for my flight! I will be in PC on 16 JAN. Any additional inputs will be welcome. I will need to book a car, so I can drive down to Puerto from Panama City. Anyone want to do this together, WELCOME, it would be nice to have a co-pilot ...
you really should look at google earth and be a little more realistic .. year drive times are not even possible .. Read More
Housing wanted for newly arrived low-income expat by RT46
Arrived in Vacamonte mid-December 2018. Return flight back to Florida scheduled for end of March 2019 (BUT, will delay return if needed) In the past year, I have read that rental-housing can be found in places of Panama for $300 or so; yet, in my ...
where are you right now i would have taken you to my farm to stay a few days and you could have left things there to move more freely i am online now if you are there answer me now Read More
New in town by Raz65
Hi to all, Landed late September 2018 to Panama City . So far loving it , plan is to finish working in 3/5 yrs and retire and make Panama “home” I was lucky to get a job - and postponed retirement for a bit longer while I explore. I ...
yep i lived in the city my first two years 17 yerars ago things have sure changed ,, then lived in a village cerro cama had groceries hdwe store doctor etc, 5 miles from the lake there for 7 yeras as a fishing guide raised a lot of my own stuff ... Read More
Attorney to Handle Pensionada or Friendly Countries Visa by joanastarr
Can someone recommend an attorney in Panama who handled their own visa satisfactorily? Also can you share the cost for the pensionada visa? I am coming mid-late October and would like to speak with someone while I'm there. Thanks! Jo Ana
i would not go near her ,, a friend og mine used her and he left the country because of her in a land deal ,, so you need to check her out with others before you take this recommendation Read More
Attorney to Handle Pensionada or Friendly Countries Visa by joanastarr
Can someone recommend an attorney in Panama who handled their own visa satisfactorily? Also can you share the cost for the pensionada visa? I am coming mid-late October and would like to speak with someone while I'm there. Thanks! Jo Ana
never heard of anyone doing their own pensianado 17 years ago i paid 650 ,, my wife did help me get my cedula last year with out an attorney but you have to be here 5 years or married to a panamnian to do that Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
i have lived in an apartment in the city two years ,, 7 years in a small community near lake gatun ,, on a 42 foot sailboat a couple of years and now in chorrerra ,, it cost me 1700 a month to live in the city 700 a month " built my own ... Read More
Looking for first hand information. by Markman34
Hello all. I am a Canadian looking at the possibility of relocating my family to panama. I seek advice and first hand knowledge from those familiar with Canada and Panama. First. How is the political climate in Panama compared to Canada? I see ...
i agree i lived in the country in a small community for 7 years 5 minutes from lake gatun ,, i could live comfortable there for 700 a month ,, i supplicated my income as a fishing guide and raised quail and sold eggs ,, i have been here for 17 years ... Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
we have house on the hill overlooking lake gatun in cerro cama ,, full time grounds keeper three "fondas " in town real cheap ,, grow own veggies hundreds of trees there already and moringa , bus stop right in front of house an hour into ... Read More
V.A. is there a Va hospital in panama? by scotney3
I am a vetern,I get my health care from them,?????? What information do you have on this?
i have been here 17 years have had some issues as well ,, is cheap compared to the states unless you go to patilla is more expensive then the states some things Read More
V.A. is there a Va hospital in panama? by scotney3
I am a vetern,I get my health care from them,?????? What information do you have on this?
there is no va hospital ,, a friend of mine stayed in hospital national and had help not sure what coverage but he also had soc sec here etc. Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
3 days in boquete and 3 to 4 hours a day was socked in with fog our clouds ?/ was hazy if you stood on a hill in one place you could see a glint of the ocean Read More
2 months in Panama - where to stay? by Ravenus
Hello We are looking to relocate from Melbourne, Australia for a few 1-2 month stints next year (3-6 different countries, 1-3 months in each). It's kind of a 'slow travel' project, while I am on maternity leave. One of the places we ...
chitre is nice i think much nicer than las tablas ,, but i like the resturants and the doen town hotels ,, and of course the casino as i like black jack ,, farter souht is pedasi but it gets old after 4 or 5 days .. why limit your self tom one place ... Read More
Life as a female expat in Panama by Priscilla
Hello, While moving to a new country and discovering new cultures is definitely an exciting adventure, everybody experiences it differently. It can be particularly different for women, in both positive and negative ways. What are some positive ...
when i lived in the city we had a few single female friends ,, we shared recipes etc. our social life mostly consisted of inviting each other over for dinner and small parties , since we moved out of the city has ended as travel by car has become ... Read More
Driving by Marsan311
Good Morning. I have been following quietly and absorbing as much information as I can over the last while and this is my first post. I have searched the forums and found tidbits of info, but figured I would ask the question again. My wife and I ...
as a guide for my first two years here i have had folks rent a car then call me the next day and say we decided that 65 a day for you to take us around is cheap ,, car rental is a night mare no matter how you do it ,, take a picture of every square ... Read More
How did you do it? ..moving to Panama by Alexandra310
My husband and I are thinking about moving to Panama. First question that comes to our mind : what will we do work wise.. he speaks Spanish better than I do, but I know I'll pick it up easy as my native language is latin based I would like to ...
i been here 17 years moved here because of the once cheap cost of living and the pensianado program ,, and the dollar standard ,, cost more than it did before but still if you know where to shop , to live is till reasonable ,," stay out of the ... Read More
Where to look for an area near to medical care ? by Asmith19
Hello all, My wife and I are looking into retiring to Panama in the next 2 years from the US. My question is where to look for an area near to medical care and some of the perks of the city, without living in the city. We are looking for some ...
my place in cerro cama is over an acre garden paradise 100 trees fertile soil 5 minutes to lake gatun on a hill overlooking lake ,, town 5 minutes away has an ambulance in town 10 bucks to a major hospital less than 30 minutes away at chorrerra that ... Read More
Cost of Living in Panama 2018 by deborahab
First off lets set some parameters to answer this question. So many of the answers are all over the map. So I have headings for each area of interest. 1. It depends on where you live in Panama. The City, like most major cities of the world is ...
a well written answer .. i spend about 500 or more a month on food my biggest expense but includes my wine ,, i go to the farmers market once a week for veggies is hard to spend 12 bucks there .. i eat steak once or twice a week , ribs once or twice ... Read More
Boquete or Volcan, What's Your Preference? by apanamamama
[url=https://steemit.com/panama/@corazondelcielo/volcan-or-boquete-which-was-right-for-us]Volcan or Boquete, Which Was Right for Us?[/url] Some people don't even realize that there are other places to live in Panama other than Panama City and ...
is according if you speak spanish and how much you value gringo company ,, the small community of cerro cama " bed mountain " outside chorrerra is close to lake gatun , arenosa , and chorrerra ,, if you like to garden , fish, swim , ... Read More
I want to practice English and can help you in Spanish by cunming
I would like to improve my English with you. I can teach you Spanish. :) I'm from Panama.
is good i am interested in some language swapping ,, my spanish is bad ,, even when i speak it they say my accent is the problem ?/ but i have watsap , a car , and can travel around Read More
HELLO EVERYONE by RATLIFFR11
Hello Everyone; My name is Rob Ratliff, I am going to retire in Panama. I am looking for some land to buy not to far from the town of David. Can someone please give me a good contact number for a realestate person? I want to buy some land so I can ...
thanks for correcting me ,, he is something of a troll and i was thinking he was at it again sorry i have been here 17 years my first two as a guide active all over the country then i sold out bought a couple of boats and was a fishing guide on ... Read More
HELLO EVERYONE by RATLIFFR11
Hello Everyone; My name is Rob Ratliff, I am going to retire in Panama. I am looking for some land to buy not to far from the town of David. Can someone please give me a good contact number for a realestate person? I want to buy some land so I can ...
if it has road frontage and access to water and elec i would say yes Read More
Dealing with loneliness in Panama by Priscilla
Hello, Expatriation can be a fun and exciting adventure, but it can also be a bit lonely at times. Please share with us some tips for dealing with loneliness. What are some potential factors that lead to loneliness when moving to ...
married and a wife that works 12 hours a day ,, morning is easy as i cook her breakfast and then make her a dinner to take with her but when she leaves mid afternoon it seems i pour my first glass of wine a little earlier each day ,, i spend 4 or 5 ... Read More
HELLO EVERYONE
yep i looked it up a friend downloaded it and faxed it in 2 weeks ago but has not heard anything . i plan on doing it in the near future ,, i tried once before senidng it all in by pali never heard a word back robbie robinson he;ped me at va office ... Read More
Legal services in Panama by Priscilla
Hello, Legal services can be a headache when you don't have the relevant and necessary information, especially upon moving to a new country. Please share some tips regarding legal services in Panama. What types of legal services might an expat ...
i have recently found one i trust so far ,, the one i have used for years has screwed over me so many times but i have his name on sop much and my wife gave him 1600 up front ot settle her father estates was 4 years ago Read More
HELLO EVERYONE by RATLIFFR11
Hello Everyone; My name is Rob Ratliff, I am going to retire in Panama. I am looking for some land to buy not to far from the town of David. Can someone please give me a good contact number for a realestate person? I want to buy some land so I can ...
i met you over 14 years ago when you first moved here what kind of scam are you running ratcliff do i post a link to your face on the gardening panama forum where you have been since the inception jajajaja Read More
Best season to move to Panama
seasons in panama ?? two, wet and dry . it is not when you move it is that you move. i have lived here 17 years in panama city , in the interior , now in chorrerra panamas like 4th largest city. i have acclimated my self to the climate as i do ... Read More
A comfortable, healthy lifestyle.
hard to make money in panama ,, pay is not good even when you find a job ,, i have an expat friend got tired of retirement went to work for best buy canada here in panama at their call center ,, his base pay for a 6 day a week 8 hour job is 650 a ... Read More
Cost of living in Panama - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Panama, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
i been here 17 years ,, i have owned 3 properties in the city and the interior still have all 3. i live on 1700 a month including a house payment of 389 ,, my biggest bill is groceries which includes my wine ,, i pretty much drink a bottle every ... Read More
Jobs for expats in Panama by massimo70
Hi there, I'm interested in relocating in Panama, currently living in Europe. I'm not retired, therefore need to support myself. I'm wondering what jobs are available for an expat with work permit. Thx
a friend of mine a canadian just went to work at a call center for 600m a month like 25 bucks a day cannot live on that even here Read More
Canadian family with young kids by Kilburn24
We are not new to the idea of living abroad. My husband, myself and now eldest, at the age of 5 sailed back to the Caribbean years ago, but when my youngest, now 4 was born we returned to Canada. We are now considering Panama and I'm trying to ...
good mechanics here can make a living but nothing like he is used to ,, rent for sure as he might have to move to a different area than where you start out at here 17 years do what i can to help if you like ,, i am in chorrerra right out side panama ... Read More
Looking for a trustworthy property manager for my house in Panama!
i am not a professional so to speak i do manage a few properties for expats that came and went ,, be happy to look the situation over for you and give you mu opinion ,, here near 17 years , wife works at a 5 star resort in management .. Read More