Foreign nationals seeking residency in Panama must deposit $200,000 into a specially licensed local bank. The mandate is a core..
Category: Immigration
Get Your Costa Rica Residency Card at the Bank Starting Now
Costa Rica’s immigration authority and its state bank have signed a new five-year agreement to streamline services for foreign residents…
Costa Rica Migration Simplifies DIMEX Process to Clear Backlog
Costa Rica’s General Directorate of Migration and Foreigners (DGME) has temporarily simplified requirements for issuing, renewing, and replacing foreign residency..
Panama’s Fixed Legal Fees for Residency and More – What Expats Must Know
Expatriates in Panama now have a definitive answer to questions about legal costs. The country’s Supreme Court of Panama enforces..
US May Consider Panama for Visa Waiver Program
Panama’s top diplomat said the United States may consider the country for its Visa Waiver Program after a meeting with..
Costa Rica Slashes Costly Migration Hotline Fees Next Year
The General Directorate of Migration in Costa Rica will stop charging premium rates for its main information hotline starting in..
Panama Migration Service Film Forum on Gender Equity and Disability Awareness
The National Migration Service of Panama held an internal film forum this month to promote discussions on disability and inclusion..
Panama Now Allows Foreigners to Use Photos of Passports and more for ID Checks
Travelers and Expats in Panama can now enjoy a more streamlined experience thanks to a new decree allowing the use..
Special Expat Panama Traveler Passport Grants Visa Free Access to 78 Countries
The government of Panama offers a unique travel document that provides significant global mobility without requiring citizenship change. Known as..
When Can You Get Your New Drivers License in Panama
Obtaining a driver’s license is a significant milestone, and for those in Panama, there are exciting changes on the horizon…