NothingNew
American expat in Panama
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24
About me
American
Speaks Spanish, English, Some German, French
Registration: 13 October 2025
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Federal Benefit Units FBU (for Americans)
Although this is being posted in the Panama Discussion Group it's actually applies to other countries. Again this only applies to Americans.If you are an American and receive Social Security, Civil Service, Veterans, Railroad and Department of Labor ... Read More
Getting Retirement payments by jimgh
Does anyone here care to share some details of how you get your retirement money from the United states. I spoke with my TRS Teacher Retirement System people and they said they would not deposit directly to a Panamanian bank. When I retire to ...
@jimgh Social Security military, US Civil Service retirement will definitely deposit directly to a Panamanian (and banks of most countries in the world) but you'll need to complete a form. More information ... Read More
Blocking Unsolicited Messages by NothingNew
A while ago I decided to stop unsolicited messages after I received a long and meandering message in French (of all languages) critical of my posts and stating that "all countries have their negatives and positives." Since it came from someone in ...
@Morena39 Thanks for your comments. The problem with Panama and healthcare is that first class healthcare requirements almost limits you to Panama City.Panama is not like even rural areas or even Alaska that have highly developed air ambulance and ... Read More
Blocking Unsolicited Messages by NothingNew
A while ago I decided to stop unsolicited messages after I received a long and meandering message in French (of all languages) critical of my posts and stating that "all countries have their negatives and positives." Since it came from someone in ...
@jimghYes. The president of Panama suspended the constitution in Bocas del Toro and sent in the police and AERONAVAL, suspended internet service--I know that Starlink costs more upfront but at least they can't turn it off as easily as Tigo and ... Read More
Blocking Unsolicited Messages
A while ago I decided to stop unsolicited messages after I received a long and meandering message in French (of all languages) critical of my posts and stating that "all countries have their negatives and positives." Since it came from someone in ... Read More
The impact of artificial intelligence on the Panama job market by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Artificial intelligence is driving major changes to the job market in Panama : task automation, evolving job roles and rise of new skills. For expats and soon-to-be expats, this transformation may raise some key questions on ...
Guess what sector is going to be wiped out with AI--service sector. Now guess the largest sector of Panama's economy. Read More
Caring for Your Property While Away
I think that this is an important topic given some of the situations I've heard about in this country. In fact, right now I'm trying to help someone out in a similar situation.If you own property in Panama (or any other country) just don't tell ... Read More
Boquete Anyone? by kwik6six
Hello all.I am an American in Wisconsin. I've been considering becoming an expat and my research is leading me to the Boquete area for the lower temps and humidity than Panama City, plus I just want a quiet peaceful retirement away from the ...
Boquete was a very nice place 35 years ago but not now. You'll find plenty of homes for sale by people who want out.Don't think that Panama is a Mecca of stability. There's many problems and things are getting worse. During the mine riots the road ... Read More
Introduction to Panama Expat Community by Ocshmavia
Hi I’m Jemonne (like Simone but with a J) and Panama is my leading choice as a retirement destination. It has all the things that my husband and I are looking forward to experiencing when he retires in a couple of years. Beautiful culture, ...
I'd have to agree with manper.The locations he mentioned used to be amazing 35 years ago. Not now. Decades ago people would come to Panama and retire for life. Now the average is 2.5 years before people want out.In Panama as with any country you're ... Read More
Unauthorized occupants in property by Dr Rima
Hi, I have lived in Panama (and other countries as well) and have property in Panama. I am thinking about relocating from the US. I am a retired physician who uses non drugs, only natural and advanced treatment strategies and I am fiercely ...
@Dr Rima I believe that you are the wife of the late Major General Albert Stubblebine. I met you and your husband in Volcan around 2009.The short answer is you'll have to go through the courts to have them evicted. A few years ago I was asked by ... Read More
I'm looking for expats who live in Panama. by my10trex
I'm thinking back in that retired Visa in Panama.I hate to go to another country without knowing anybody. would love to live near saltwater so I can fish, I would like to know how much cost one bedroom apartment? TY
@lileoma I should correct my reply to you but it won't let me edit. It should read if you want fishing it's the PACIFIC side. Sorry about that. Read More
Recommendations On Where to Visit/Live by MizzouFan
Hi all, New member here, thanks in advance for reading this and for any help you can provide :). I am looking for recommendations on where to live in Panama. In order to (hopefully) narrow it down, here are some of my qualifications: 1) Has to be ...
It goes a little bit beyond that. Remember the current American administration got an MOU to have their troops in Panama. Some said it was an invasion without firing a shot. The result is anti-American and anti current Panamaian ... Read More
Has anyone dealt with immigration attorney Carlos Perez in Panama City by clddbd007
Just wondering if anyone has used him for immigration purposes.ThanksCheryl
First of all not paid for anything I say. In my OPINION use González-Ruiz & Alemán (ICSA) or Morgan y Morgan. My opinion and both have interegty and a long history in the country. Many educated in the US and Europe. Read More
I'm looking for expats who live in Panama. by my10trex
I'm thinking back in that retired Visa in Panama.I hate to go to another country without knowing anybody. would love to live near saltwater so I can fish, I would like to know how much cost one bedroom apartment? TY
@my10trex If you're looking for deep sea fishing you'll want to stay on the Pacific side.. The best places are remote east and remote west in the country if you know what i mean. The Atlantic side scuba diving in Bocas but deep sea definitely ... Read More
Recommendations On Where to Visit/Live by MizzouFan
Hi all, New member here, thanks in advance for reading this and for any help you can provide :). I am looking for recommendations on where to live in Panama. In order to (hopefully) narrow it down, here are some of my qualifications: 1) Has to be ...
@Tisch1017 If you're looking a few years down the road wait for the dust to settle. The Americans could attack Venezuela at any moment and there's been harsh words against the current president of Colombia.The situation could result in an outcome ... Read More