Panama offers a wide variety of immigration visas. Whether you are looking to retire in Panama or visit for a few days, there is a visa that fits your needs. We will discuss the types of visas available in Panama, the difference between residency and citizenship in Panama, and how to obtain a permanent residency…
This week’s Q & A Replay (February 15th, 2022) is now available to watch. See below. We were asked to discuss the possibility of getting a FNV for $5000, so we discussed that, we discussed getting wrong information on Facebook, and the for another hour, answered general questions about Panama. Oscar and Rod from…
The Government of Panama has announced changes to the Friendly Nations Visa that are quite substantial. If you are close to starting the Friendly Nations Visa, our sources tell us you have till August 5th to file your papers here in Panama to be “grandfathered” into the old program. You should really shoot for end…
We get asked this question a lot: What are the requirements to retire in Panama? You will find that Panama is probably the easiest country in the world to retire in, even on a limited budget. Many countries do not offer permanent residency right away, or ever, and many charge tens of thousands of dollars…
Panama, a country that keeps hitting the top retirement destination lists of many media outlets, is one of the most popular places in the world to retire in, or move to, to conduct business, mostly because of its ease of permanent residency programs. Of course, its climate helps, and it’s currency being pegged to the…
It’s essential to have a concrete retirement plan, especially if you plan to retire overseas someday. Unfortunately, when it comes to retiring abroad, one of the biggest impediments to a peaceful retirement is the issue of legal residency. While most countries allow tourists to stay for a duration of 3 to 6 months, the visitors…
As of August 5th, 2021 there are major changes to the Friendly Nations Visa. See these changes HERE. There are many reasons why Panama is such a popular destination for people who are looking to move or retire abroad. First things that come to mind are warm climate, many sunny days and relatively low…