Richard
@oldsalt_1942
American expat in Panama
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About me
American
Lives in Boqueron, Chiriqui
Speaks English, Spanish, French
Registration: 11 July 2011
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travellers cheques by royretire
Any trouble cashing travellers cheques in Boquete banks?
HSBC Bank in Panama is NOT the same as HSBC in the US or Canada. Or anywhere else, for that matter. When I started poking around Panama and saw HSBC everywhere I opened an account back home in Florida. When I got to Panama the next time and tried to ... Read More
Immigration lawyer by k1313
Looking for a reputable, honest & reasonable immigration lawyer in Boquete or David to help with all the legalities of becoming a Pensionado. Unfortunately needs to be English speaking since we do not yet have any proficiency in Spanish.
I highly recommend Lizi Rose, Mobil: (507) 6760-4559 | Emai: info@panamalawyerservices.com | Skype: lizi.rose Read More
Public transportation in Panama by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Panama ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Personally I think that overall the public transportation system in Panama outshines most locales in the U.S. I moved down here from Fort Lauderdale and I can tell you it far surpasses anything in southeast Florida. I don't have a car so I depend ... Read More
I want to live in the mountain area of Panama by greatwhite777
Hi, I just retired on about 1300 a month.I want to live in the mountain area of Panama.Im looking for a nice 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment.Also will I need transportation? I have been trying to find out about Boquete.I hear its really beautiful and not ...
Pretty good advice, Bob. I think so many of the failures here are from people who have bought into that whole International Living propaganda that Panama's a wonderland where all your troubles will disappear. I lucked out with a house-sitting gig ... Read More
I want to live in the mountain area of Panama by greatwhite777
Hi, I just retired on about 1300 a month.I want to live in the mountain area of Panama.Im looking for a nice 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment.Also will I need transportation? I have been trying to find out about Boquete.I hear its really beautiful and not ...
Here's what you need to know about obtaining a pensionado visa. http://panamalawyerservices.wordpress.com/ Whether this is suitable for you I have no idea, but it would definitely cost more than $800. If you have any questions ask Lizi. She's the ... Read More
I want to live in the mountain area of Panama by greatwhite777
Hi, I just retired on about 1300 a month.I want to live in the mountain area of Panama.Im looking for a nice 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment.Also will I need transportation? I have been trying to find out about Boquete.I hear its really beautiful and not ...
Unless you are actually a resident, not a pensionado, you are not permitted to work in Panama, There are a few exceptions to the rule but it's very difficult, nay, nearly impossible, to qualify for one. Not only that you wouldn't want to work for ... Read More
I want to live in the mountain area of Panama by greatwhite777
Hi, I just retired on about 1300 a month.I want to live in the mountain area of Panama.Im looking for a nice 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment.Also will I need transportation? I have been trying to find out about Boquete.I hear its really beautiful and not ...
I have an income of $1,200/month and live quite comfortably here in Potrerillos Arriba. $1,800 would be fantastic. If your income is on the low side there are ways to make it fit. First of all, I've been house-sitting here. I pay for the ... Read More
Relocating to Boquete, why? by Nadicadolcina
Hello everybody! My name is Nadica and as new member I would like to introduce myself. I am 32, with husband and 2 children (4 and 2 years old each). The reason I write is because my husband has been offered a medium-long term job position in ...
The Panama Law blog is loaded with misleading information and in some cases downright lies. Anyone basing their decision on whether or not to move to Panama based on that blog would probably be best served by never leaving their place of residence ... Read More