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Working as a freelancer in Panama

Last activity 27 September 2015 by HereForLife

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Kenjee

Hi,

A lot of expats dream of becoming self-employed: we would like to help you to make that dream come true.

Can foreigners work as self-employed in Panama? What are the formalities to work as a freelancer?

What are the pros and cons of this status: social security, tax system, etc.?

How is the freelance market in Panama?

Thank you in advance for sharing your experience,

Kenjee

kristc99

You might be interested in this website / blog.

permanentlypanama.com/author/admin/ 

She  is a successful free lance writer and has written some articles on her blog about it.

HereForLife

Sorry but not sure where you are from? I can only speak as a U.S. citizen. No issues if your work is "virtual". You will have to understand your own personal tax circumstances in advance.

SunsetSteve

Note: the OP is a moderator seeking to stimulate discussion on the subject.

HereForLife

Ah - I see thx Steve! I am sending you an email now with a web link - my neighbor's.

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