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Panama for Digital Nomads

Panama offers a digital nomad visa (Short Stay Visa for Remote Workers), costs from about $45 per day, and has fixed internet averaging 219 Mbps.

Key facts

• Capital: Panama City
• Region: Latin America and the Caribbean, North America
• Currency: Balboa, US dollar (PAB, USD)
• Languages: Spanish
• English proficiency: Medium
• Time zone: UTC-5
• Visa-free stay: Visa-free 90-180 days for most Western passports
• Fixed internet: 219 Mbps
• Mobile internet: 33 Mbps
• Daily budget: $45 budget, $95 mid-range, $230 luxury
• Safety: Medium
• Healthcare: Medium
• Tax residency: 183 days
• Foreign income: Territorial (foreign income largely exempt)
• Best time to visit: December to April (dry season)

Frequently asked questions

Does Panama have a digital nomad visa?

Yes. Panama offers the Short Stay Visa for Remote Workers. Duration: 9 months, renewable once. Minimum income: about $3,000 per month. Fee: USD 300.

How long can you stay in Panama without a visa?

Visa-free 90-180 days for most Western passports. Rules depend on your passport and can change, so check official sources before you travel.

How much does it cost to live in Panama as a digital nomad?

Daily budget in Panama: about $45 on a budget, $95 mid-range and $230 for a luxury style.

How fast is the internet in Panama?

Fixed broadband averages about 219 Mbps and mobile internet about 33 Mbps.

Is Panama safe for digital nomads?

Overall safety in Panama is rated medium.

Which cities are popular with digital nomads in Panama?

Bocas del Toro, Panama City.

Cities in Panama

• Bocas del Toro – Island/Reggae, from $1,300/month, 25 Mbps
• Panama City – Skyline/Humid, from $1,700/month, 150 Mbps

All information is provided for general guidance only and is subject to change. Always check with official sources before traveling. Last updated: 2026-10-23.