As a Veteran, Can I Receive my VA Benefits in Panama?
There are many veterans living in Panama who receive their payments without trouble.
There are many veterans living in Panama who receive their payments without trouble.
Excellent healthcare—it’s one reason why Panama consistently ranks at the top of IL’s annual Global Retirement Index. It’s also one of the reasons I choose to live here.
Gus K. Says: Do you have any advice for driving in Panama City? IL Panama Editor Jessica Ramesch Says: Hi Gus, Use caution in Panama City traffic, whether driving or crossing streets. Driving in Panama City is not for the faint hearted and requires a perfect balance of aggressive and defensive driving skills. You may Read more...: Do You Have Any Advice for Driving in Panama City?
Joy H. Says: I love your stories of people living overseas, but it seems mostly to be couples. Is it possible for a single woman to safely do the same? IL Panama Editor and Author of Single and Ready to Move Overseas, Jessica Ramesch Says: There are so many great destinations for singles these days. Read more...: Is it Possible for a Single Woman to Live Overseas Safely?
Antonio M. Says: Do I need to worry about bribing traffic cops in Panama? IL Panama Editor Jessica Ramesch Writes: We all know corruption exists in every country. In Latin America it can seem more visible. You’ll hear Panamanians discuss bribing traffic police— most often to avoid a well-deserved ticket—as if it were the Read more...: Do I Need to Bribe Traffic Cops in Panama?
Barbara B. Says: Hello, I’m going to Panama in September and want to spend some time in Boquete as well as Panama City. Am I better off renting a car or taking a bus? Is it better to fly to David, then rent a car? Any advice would be most welcome. Thanks IL Panama Read more...: How Do I Get from Panama City to Boquete?
Melanie R. Says: Is David, Panama getting an international airport? IL Panama Editor Jessica Ramesch Writes: We’ve contacted airport officials more than once, and they continue to say the same thing: no comment. But the airport has undergone a very public expansion that, among other things, lengthened the runways to allow for the larger Read more...: Is David, Panama Getting an International Airport?
Mark G. Says: Are there ATMs in Panama? How can I get money while visiting? IL Panama Editor Jessica Ramesch Says: Hi Mark, In Panama City and other hubs like David, Santiago, Chitré, Penonomé, and Coronado, you will find plenty of ATMs. After all, Panama has one of the largest banking districts in the Read more...: How Can I Access My Money in Panama?
Jordan M. Says: Do I need malaria or yellow fever vaccinations to travel to Panama? IL Panama Editor Jessica Ramesch Says: Hi Jordan, Many expats travel to Panama without getting any specific vaccinations, as the city and other developed areas of the country have a history of being classified as low-risk for tropical ailments Read more...: Do I Need Malaria or Yellow Fever Vaccination for Panama?
Charles W. H. Says: I recently read it’s difficult to rent a car in Panama if you have turned 70. Is this true? I’m planning on visiting Boquete, Panama in November and I turn 70 on November 17. Should I make a plan to get an Uber or public transportation from the airport in David Read more...: Is There an Age Limit to Rent a Car in Panama?