Planning a visit or move to Panama can feel overwhelming at first. With our major move and months of research, weโve worked with professionals and services that made the process much easier.
Below are resources we personally recommend based on our experience. Some of the links below may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you choose to use them. This helps support the Wander Open Roads channel at no additional cost to you.
Weโre also creating free tools to help you plan a visit, a move, or extended stay in Panama. These include:
โข Neighborhood Quick Guide
โข Scouting Trip Checklist
โข Best Areas to Stay for First-Time Visit
โข Apartment Viewing Checklist
Thinking about relocating to Panama? One of the best ways to choose the right neighborhood is to experience it with someone who truly knows the city. Jenny's Guide to Panama shares local insights, neighborhood history, lifestyle tips, and what makes each area unique. Jenny can also assist with opening bank accounts, getting utilities for your apartment, getting local cell service, getting a driver's license, and more!
If youโre anything like us, you want to feel preparedโnot overwhelmedโwhen traveling or planning a move abroad. Thatโs why we created our Amazon Storefront: a simple, curated collection of the gear, tools, and essentials that have made our own journey smoother.
Whether youโre heading to Panama for a scouting trip or preparing for a bigger move, this is a great place to start.
Browse our curated list of travel essentials below by clicking the category link:
๐งณ Start Here (Core Essentials)
โ๏ธ Scouting Trip Essentials
๐ก Temporary Living Setup (AirBnB Life)
๐ป Remote Life & Connectivity Tools
๐ถโโ๏ธ Daily Life in Panama / City Living
If you're planning to move money internationally, open accounts abroad, or send funds between countries, we recommend using Wise. It offers transparent exchange rates and typically lower fees compared to traditional banks.
Many expats use this service to transfer funds between their home country and Panama.