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CaptainSteve

CaptainSteve

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American looking for information about Panama

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About me

American

Lives in Transit on a sailboat

Speaks English / Learning Spanish

Registration: 30 December 2013

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Anchorage in Panama by CaptainSteve

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ...

CaptainSteve

We are currently in a slip. I have a Hans Christian 43T cutter with full keel and a bow thruster. I love this boat! It practically sails itself. I'm getting a new main for it (7 weeks) and re-building the engine. I'll have it ready by the time we ... Read More

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CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
bruce gardner

gun laws by bruce gardner

coming into panamqa can i bring my guns?

CaptainSteve

This came to me from another site: There are a few legal hurdles and things to consider if you plan to or want to either buy a bun here in Panama when you arrive, or bring one with you when you come. This subject was recently discussed at length ... Read More

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CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
WarningToAll

Warning-real estate in Panama is not what it seems by WarningToAll

We purchased a condo, pre construction, from what we were told to be a reputable and a premium developer [Moderated] of Panama City, Republic of Panama in October of 2006. The project was named Oceanaire, and was supposedly the best amongst the ...

CaptainSteve

Thank you Sawman for the information. This is inline with what I've heard regarding the banking community. The US is trying to impose disclosure of all expats who bank in Panama. If non compliance is realized, then a 30% fee would be added to all ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Vehicle transport by CaptainSteve

Does anyone know a good carrier to send my Jeep down and possible cost's? I know that if it looks too expensive, that I could pay a high import tax. It is 6 years old now and has many miles on it. I understand that I really only have 2 choices, ...

CaptainSteve

"There are several good carriers, and each will give you a quote based upon where you ship from. We shipped a car from Port Canaveral, Florida and it cost about $1300.00 for everything. Before you ship a vehicle I suggest you apply for your ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
WarningToAll

Warning-real estate in Panama is not what it seems by WarningToAll

We purchased a condo, pre construction, from what we were told to be a reputable and a premium developer [Moderated] of Panama City, Republic of Panama in October of 2006. The project was named Oceanaire, and was supposedly the best amongst the ...

CaptainSteve

This is a repost from another site. "PANAMA PRICES ON THE RISE Make no mistake, the last six months in Panama have seen a noticeable rise in property values, especially along waterfront districts like Balboa Avenue, Punta Pacifica, and Costa del ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Anchorage in Panama by CaptainSteve

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ...

CaptainSteve

Good day sir, St. Lucia is a tad off the grid for me at this time, but it looks like a wonderful trip. I would guess around 2015 by boat or sooner if I were to fly. Currently my goal is to establish myself in Panama. Captain Steve Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Anchorage in Panama by CaptainSteve

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ...

CaptainSteve

Hi John, Thank you for the possible moorage. We went to Shelter Bay as one of our stops. A very nice marina indeed. The drawback to us was the distance to get to a store of variety and the check point on base. The ruts in the road we can deal with. ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Anchorage in Panama by CaptainSteve

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ...

CaptainSteve

Hi John and Susan, I will turn on my AIS for 24 hrs if you like to test out the shipfinder or AIS traffic. I keep it off during moorage in order to not clutter up other screens. Captain Steve Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
bruce gardner

gun laws by bruce gardner

coming into panamqa can i bring my guns?

CaptainSteve

I've heard so many times that guns kill people. I just came out of a dedicated gun store and guess what? Not a single shot was fired. I am alive!!! I say if guns kill people, then forks make people FAT!! Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
bruce gardner

gun laws by bruce gardner

coming into panamqa can i bring my guns?

CaptainSteve

Hi Bruce, Just noticed you're looking at the same questions I have regarding the import of firearms. This is what I hear. You can bring in any firearm as long as it is not full-auto. The number of rounds it holds and the caliber do not have any ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Anchorage in Panama by CaptainSteve

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ...

CaptainSteve

I will surely do that. When I get underway, you can track the voyage via AIS. Shipfinder.com will show my location. All you need is the vessel name. "Loch Fyne" There are 2 of us on AIS. One is a passenger ferry in Scotland and the other is ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Vehicle transport by CaptainSteve

Does anyone know a good carrier to send my Jeep down and possible cost's? I know that if it looks too expensive, that I could pay a high import tax. It is 6 years old now and has many miles on it. I understand that I really only have 2 choices, ...

CaptainSteve

Thank you for the input. The general consensus is to just buy a rig there. Given the amount of travel required just to arrange a shipment, there may be a point. I will most likely leave my jeep in Vegas and have something to drive when I visit the ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Anchorage in Panama by CaptainSteve

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ...

CaptainSteve

Hello John and Susan, Are you folks sailing down? I need to wait out some weather here prior to heading South. I will be stopping in the Bay area to visit my kids on the way and then family in Long Beach, Most likely around the end of May. Captain ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago

Taxes on imported goods and shipping companies

Hello all, I have a link to an attorney whose page will give a lot of information. Hope this helps. Website panamalawyermayralamboglia.com/Services.htm both english & spanish speaking. Captain Steve Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
PattiH

Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH

Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...

CaptainSteve

Hello all, Just found this---- Good information Website http://www.panamalawyermayralamboglia.com/Services.htm both english & spanish speaking. Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
PattiH

Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH

Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...

CaptainSteve

Hello Trishd, If you are considering becoming an expat in Panama, then you would get discounted rates for medical and such. Requirements are fairly simple, you need to prove and income of not less than $1000.00USD per month and have 3 months of ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Vehicle transport by CaptainSteve

Does anyone know a good carrier to send my Jeep down and possible cost's? I know that if it looks too expensive, that I could pay a high import tax. It is 6 years old now and has many miles on it. I understand that I really only have 2 choices, ...

CaptainSteve

Hi John, In answer to your question, normally I would say yes. However we plan on stopping at a number of ports along the way to visit family and take them cruising. First being San Francisco, then Long Beach and finally San Diego where I will meet ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
CaptainSteve

Vehicle transport by CaptainSteve

Does anyone know a good carrier to send my Jeep down and possible cost's? I know that if it looks too expensive, that I could pay a high import tax. It is 6 years old now and has many miles on it. I understand that I really only have 2 choices, ...

CaptainSteve

Thank you both for the information. It does give me something to think about. I'm up here in the Pacific Northwest and it most likely would not be practical to get it to Miami. I am sailing June 1st from Oregon and down the coast I go. I may play ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
WarningToAll

Warning-real estate in Panama is not what it seems by WarningToAll

We purchased a condo, pre construction, from what we were told to be a reputable and a premium developer [Moderated] of Panama City, Republic of Panama in October of 2006. The project was named Oceanaire, and was supposedly the best amongst the ...

CaptainSteve

I spent some time in Panama and was told that most properties do not have a title our certificate of ownership. They are just handed down from one person to another. That leaves the trust issue. In order to prove ownership, one needs to get an ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
PattiH

Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH

Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...

CaptainSteve

Hello brensoap, This is a good place to start and get information regarding Panama or other countries. When were thinking about leaving? I took a trip in 2012 and traveled most of the country. Needless to say, I was overwhelmed with everything. ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago

Taxes on imported goods and shipping companies

Hello all, I need to do some more reading as the rules have changed. Initially, you were allowed up to $10,000.00 USD value on imported items. I need to find the writings again to confirm it. When I find it, I will copy and paste either the ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve created a thread
12 years ago

Vehicle transport

Does anyone know a good carrier to send my Jeep down and possible cost's? I know that if it looks too expensive, that I could pay a high import tax. It is 6 years old now and has many miles on it. I understand that I really only have 2 choices, ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve created a thread
12 years ago

Anchorage in Panama

Hello all, I had looked into Boca Chica and Bocas del Toro for moorage. I had decided to stay on the Pacific side and recently have noticed a lot of activity in Las Tablas. When I was there, I never made it that far North. Can anyone shed some ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve replied to a thread
12 years ago
PattiH

Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH

Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...

CaptainSteve

Hello all, I have been in PTY and fell in love with the country. I'll be sailing my boat down and most likely moor in Boca Chica. It's close to David and the Enrique airport will be international in 2014 from what I hear. 2014 will be a ... Read More

CaptainSteve
CaptainSteve joined Panama expat community
12 years ago