@Seahawks22
American expat in Panama
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Lives in Boquete
Registration: 24 February 2014
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Looking for a live in Filipina maid in Panama by eliguh
My wife and I are looking for a Filipina maid to live in. We live in Punta Paitilla. I am a dual citizen from USA and Panama and my wife is from Panama. I am a professional and my wife is too. I grew up in Manila and we visited Manila last year. My ...
I'm sure you have done your research. To hire a full time maid, you have several obligations. Vacation, Sick Leave, Social Security. Also you will have a medical responsibility for her as well. Please contact a GOOD attorney before hiring and ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Forget re-locator tours. I have never done one but have talked to many who have. What are they charging you? If you need some personal tips on traveling around Panama, I would be happy to help a fellow Washingtonian. I could help you with a ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello, We too are from the Pacific NW. Monroe/Woodinville. You mentioned retirement in about 10 years. A lot can change in 10 years. What it is today, may not be what it is in 10 years. We live in a town called Boquete. You might want to do a ... Read More
Moving with horses by Horsewoman1
Aloha! I am new to the blog and am looking for all the advice I can get. My husband and I are moving to Panama. We are bringing 4 dogs and two horses. I know it is a bit complicated. Please share any and all advise. We will be living outside of ...
New Ohana, My Bro was Hawaiian. Unfortunately he passed when he was only 56. I have 4 Nephews carrying on the Hawaiian way. I don't know about shipping horses, but I do know someone who might, as they have a horse farm here in Boquete. They are ... Read More
Moving with horses by Horsewoman1
Aloha! I am new to the blog and am looking for all the advice I can get. My husband and I are moving to Panama. We are bringing 4 dogs and two horses. I know it is a bit complicated. Please share any and all advise. We will be living outside of ...
Aloha, Can give advice sista if you bring sticky rice and manapau. ;) May I ask why Pedasi? Have you been to Panama? Read More
looking for somewhere to land by rifa01
Hi, I am in the process of looking for somewhere to land. Have a few more years in the states. Looking around Coronado or Boquette...I think...Wondering about activities, roads...safety. Any information is very welcome. Thanks! Faye
Hello, My husband and I have lived in Boquete for about 3 years and love it. When we made our first trip, we spent 2.5 weeks exploring Panama. When we arrived in Boquete, we said "this is it." We love it here. This is a very large community of ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
When you rent a car, make sure you take the rental agencies liability. I know that when you use your credit card to rent, they tell you that your credit card will cover you. That's ok for collision, but you need Panama's liability. The reason is if ... Read More
open a bank account in Panama by andrew1977
Hi there, I am in the process of becoming a resident in Panama and therefore I am trying to open a bank account here. So far I have given all the required papers to already six different banks in Panama City (banco general, lafise, allbank, ...
You can go to: www.irs.gov/FATCA. for more U.S. information regarding FATCA. I was told that almost ALL banks will be complying as this is throughout the world. I went to Scotia Banks website (who are out of Canada) and got a Question and Answer ... Read More
anybody who's relocated to panama city? by giadaoc
anybody who's relocated to panama city? i'm planning to visit in the fall to check out if it could be a good place for me. any tips and insights are more than welcome. i'm a musician in my late 20s.
Need a little more information. Are you here to work? or visit? How long do you plan to stay? Need this information to advise you. thank you If you are here to visit to see if it is suitable for you, I would advise that you may need to get the ... Read More
open a bank account in Panama by andrew1977
Hi there, I am in the process of becoming a resident in Panama and therefore I am trying to open a bank account here. So far I have given all the required papers to already six different banks in Panama City (banco general, lafise, allbank, ...
Try ScotiaBank, we didn't have any problems. Same day for an account. Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
SammiC Go to the bottom of the page under FAQ. it will tell you Aloha :D Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Aloha again, I must tell you that sticky rice here can not find, but we can do spam. My Brother-in-law was Hawaiian and my 4 nephews are Hawaiian. Have many Hawaiian style Nieces and Nephews over in Waipahu, Nanakuli and Pearl City. Miss plate ... Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello Sister SammiC My family is Hawaiian. We would be happy to talk to you and your family. Just ask, and we will try to answer. My family is from Kona on the big island. Let me know what you need. Aloha, Dar Read More
New members of the Panama forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Panama forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hello SammiC You would probably love Boquete. Not too hot and you can sleep at night. Make sure that you rent a place that is safe. That is very important. Maybe a small home in a gated community. If you go up into the hills to live, safety may be ... Read More
missing friend in paitilla panama by jerryhorng
does anyone know the phone number or email to contact police in panama.. looking for a friend that went with mission group for children called cenfol or boston.. very important i get info before i travel..thank you jerry
Do you know what area's they were travelling to? Read More