Cindy
@tombseekers
American expat in Panama
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Lives in Boquete
Registration: 22 June 2013
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Looking to move to Panama or living in Panama, maybe i can help. by pgiamos
Im not a newbie but its been a long while since i have been here on the forum. My name is Pantelis. I have been living in panama for 2 years now. I have roots in Panama and can help anyone who is wanting to move here and is looking for property. I ...
If you are moving to the David/Boquete area, I'd advise you to get an attorney in that area. Years ago, the only competent lawyers were in PC but that's no longer true. We use an excellent one in Boquete who helped us with Temp and ... Read More
Getting started on Visa by oldfart
Do I have to go to Panama city to get my visa or can it be done from David, Boquete? What would I need to start the process? Besides proof of income. Is it really that hard to do with a good lawyer? We have been on a visit to the area and plan ...
You will not want to participate in the SS health care here except for maybe a flu shot. It provides basic coverage but as an expat, you would be using valuable resources that are set aside for the Panamanian people, not non-citizens. This ... Read More
homeschool teacher needed for grade 9 - Boquete by LeaRobin
Hello, We live in Boquete and we are looking for a home-school tutor for our daughter 14 years old who is doing grade 9. If you are in the area and interested please message me. Lea
What subject/subjects? Is this in addition to online US classes? There is a homeschooling FB page for Boquete. I understand that homeschooling is illegal in Panama so the page is a closed group Read More
Getting started on Visa by oldfart
Do I have to go to Panama city to get my visa or can it be done from David, Boquete? What would I need to start the process? Besides proof of income. Is it really that hard to do with a good lawyer? We have been on a visit to the area and plan ...
Susan gave excellent advice. If you decide to do it now anyway, find yourself a local attorney. Ask other gringos who the have recently done this. Your attorney will tell you exactly what you need and get you a multi-entry visa. It takes about ... Read More
Safety in Panama by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Panama? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Investigators: "Why do you rob banks?" Willie Sutton: "Because that's where the money is." Property crime is increasing everywhere and the best you can do is make yourself less of a target We have bars and cameras and we ... Read More
Cell phones - buy in Panama or bring one from US? by bwadetx
Hola! My husband and I will be relocating to Panama this September and I have a quick question regarding smart phones: -we are up for an upgrade with AT&T and could get a reasonably priced smart phone ( before we drop them! I realize this ...
Get a new, unlocked phone on Ebay for about $300. It does not have to have to be the most current edition (I have a Iphone 4) Make sure it is unlocked. Then you can sign up for whatever service you want. I have Cable & Wireless - 2+ hrs ... Read More
Top 5 tips to live in Panama by expat.com
Hi, When you are going to live abroad, you may have a lot of questions. Hence to facilitate you in this process, we are inviting expats to share their top 5 tips with regards to settling and living in Panama. What recommendations would you ...
1. Begin learning Spanish. A little bit goes a long way. 2. Rent a least a year before buying. 3. Be prepared to adapt to a new and very different environment - rainy season, windy season, insects, internet interruptions, local foods, different ... Read More
The Best,reasonable apt/hotel, extended stay in the center Boquete? by Almostthere
I have read several reviews, great prices ..but flea bites, dirty ? Would anyone please reccomend a reasonable, a clean apartment/hotel/ extended stay/B&B with private room and bath type of place that has available taxi/bus service and is VERY ...
Many are advertised on Boquete dot ning dot com I would definitely recommend that you get a short term place until you are actually here and can see the location and amenities yourself. For a single person, I'd recommend the Lorena Villas just ... Read More
Planning summer info trip by pmey27
I am new to this forum and planning a trip this summer with my wife and 18 month old daughter with the objective of getting a first hand look and feel of the country. My wife is from the Dominican Rep and I have been there many times and also to ...
My husband and I both grew up in Hialeah and graduated from Hialeah High. IM me and I will give you my phone number so you can call us once you get here. Let me know if you have any questions - you probably have thousands. Read More
Planning summer info trip by pmey27
I am new to this forum and planning a trip this summer with my wife and 18 month old daughter with the objective of getting a first hand look and feel of the country. My wife is from the Dominican Rep and I have been there many times and also to ...
We are former teachers from Broward (originally from Hialeah) and retired in Boquete. There are quite a few families with school-age children here. It seems that there are several options for them. Panamanian schools, the American School, ... Read More
gun laws by bruce gardner
coming into panamqa can i bring my guns?
I understand that gun laws here recently changed. It makes it extremely difficult to import and/or get a permit. There's a long waiting period and they are also very expensive. Talk to an attorney here to get the latest info. Most people do not ... Read More
Our recent trip,What to bring, what can't we buy there, by Hugo&Cyd
My wife and I just finished our second Panama trip in December? (Over the last 6 years we and our relatives have visited most of Central America, looking for retirement countries) this trip we were looking for cities, and checking out shopping. We ...
Your trip sounds like one of our first trips (minus the big pothole problem) We priced everything. Once here, we found that there are only a few things that you can't get here in Boquete/David. Good quality sheets, linens and towels top the list. ... Read More
Recently returned from visiting Panama -- my thoughts & impressions by MizzouFan
I recently returned from my first visit to Panama and I thought I would post some thoughts and impressions from that visit. My intentions were to try and determine if Panama was a suitable country to live in with my 2 young children. Hopefully, some ...
If you decide to move to Panama City or Coronado, your kids won't see a lot of differences in themselves and the Panamanian kids. It is very much like the States/Canada with many activities. If you choose a country location like David, Boquete, ... Read More
Texting by Lollard
Is there any way to send/receive regular text messages with people in the U.S.? Is it affordable for both those in Panama and those in the U.S.?
I pay $20 a month that includes phone and data. That would be texts, MagicJack, WhatsApp, Waze, and anything else wifi. You do not need a hotspot to access. Just make sure your smartphone is unlocked. You can buy a new sim card and minutes to ... Read More
Internet Stability and other questions by Miikuli
My husband and I are planning to relocate to Panama from Nicaragua. Due to my husband's work (online), the most important aspect of life in Panama for us, is how stable internet is. We're looking into settling (renting) somewhere around east side of ...
Your question is a good one. Many people ask, "Do you have internet?" and the answer is generally "yes". BUT, it's the speed that counts. We made sure that we have CableOnda in Boquete. It is not available in many places away from towns. We ... Read More