curious53
English expat in Panama
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English
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Registration: 28 August 2025
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From the horse鈥檚 mouth Expats living in Panama by SandyDreams
Hi,We are planning an exploratory trip to Panama in the fall with the intention of retiring there next year.聽 There is just too much info on the net and a lot of it appears either sugar-coated or contradictory.聽 I am looking for real ...
@SandyDreams Hi Heather, Dan, I give here my experience. I came to Panama 8 months ago for a re locate conference. stayed about a week in Panama city. I consider the city dirty, pavements non existent, and as a gringo expected to be a walking ATM ... Read More
Place to rent
Hi all Brit here re locating to Panama, Needing a place to rent under 800 dollars per month. Nothing fancy one bed bath, If fits will be long term, consider David, chiriqui area and Chame, or Azeuro peninsula. Please send what you have and an e ... Read More
Looking at Panama to retire by energyparadigmllc
My wife and I have been researching different countries where we want to retire, and Panama seems to be a top choice for Americans. Coronado appears to be an ideal location for us. We have booked a trip in Feb. 2026 to see what we think. We're ...
@West98 Hi West98, Many thanks for your reply, I have under control all the paperwork and a lawyer for residency. What I am struggling with is somewhere to live in the region until I find a place. If you have any advice in that direction that would ... Read More
Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Panama by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Panama as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be ...
The Panama mail system is perfect. It annoys me that foreigners are still comparing and complaining that things are not the same as back home. If you want it the same LEAVE. Read More
Moving to Panama
Hi Everyone been to Panama, seen Boquete, what do you think about Coronado area to move to, Have no idea where to relocate. Uk at moment and getting out. Any suggestions plans to visit soon with paperwork any suggestions much appreciated. Read More
Boca or Chiriqui
Looking to move permanently to Panama, single male retired, would like 2 bed bungalow with a bit of space around it. Not into city or tourist beaches, maybe live just outside those. Open to suggestions. Been to David, Boquete they are nice maybe ... Read More