Panama is elected the best country in the world for expatriates

Global research with more than 10,000 expats points Panama as an ideal country for living, working and integrating culturally

For the second year in a row, the Panama It was pointed out as the best country in the world for expatriates. The conclusion is from a recent research from the InterNations Expat Insider 2025which evaluated 46 global destinations Based on five thematic categories, offering a complete panorama of the best options for those who want to live and work outside the home country.

The research, considered one of the most comprehensive in the segment, interviewed 10,085 Expiatricsensuring a minimum sample of 50 participants per country. Respondents were invited to evaluate until 53 Factorson a scale of one to seven, which addressed both practical everyday issues and subjective aspects of the experience of living abroad.

As Categories analyzed included:

• Work abroad – Employment conditions, career opportunities and job satisfaction;
• Personal finance – Cost of living, taxes and economic accessibility;
• Quality of life -Safety, well-being and supply of health services;
• Essential items for expatriates – Transport, housing and access to goods and services;
• Ease of adaptation – Cultural reception, social integration and linguistic barriers.

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Expats satisfied with life in Panama

Among the interviewees, 94% said they had a good life in Panamahighlighting the country as an attractive option for both retired and active professionals. The research revealed that 35% of expatriates are already retiredwhile 18% pointed to retirement as the main motivation to move to the country.

I don’t cheese quality of lifePanama also stood out, reaching the Third position in the global rankinge 35% of respondents stated that they intend to remain in the country permanently.

To Kathrin’s povertyMarketing Director of Internations, Panama’s success is in its combination of practical and cultural attributes:

“It has a perfect mix of decent infrastructure at affordable prices, combined with a pleasant climate and, most importantly, an open, friendly and easy to integrate culture.”

The research reinforces the position of Panama as an ideal destination for those seeking balance between cost of living, quality of services and integration opportunitiesconsolidating its image as a country that combines comfort, safety and welcoming in a single package.

With this, expatriates find in Panama a life experience that unites practicality, leisure and well-beingmaking the country one of the most desired destinations in the world for those who want to live away from home, whether by retirement, work or search for new cultural experiences.

Panama’s position at the top of the second year’s expatriate ranking reflects a increasing trend of migration to Latin American and Asia countriessecond Kathrin’s povertyMarketing Director of Internations. The survey points out that people seeking live and work outside their home countries They have found positive experiences in destinations that combine quality of life, safety and affordable cost.

“That [também] It confirms a trend that we have observed in the last three years, which is the importance of personal finance among expatriates, ”explained Chudoba.“ This clearly shows that expatriates were not left immune to the effects of economic uncertainty and high inflation. ”

The study revealed that 26% of expats in Panama had no financial concerns before movingsignificantly higher than the global average of 16%. For those who have not yet retired, the country also offers an exceptional abroad work experiencebeing classified in First place in the most relevant category For professionals.

Accessible quality of life and attractive infrastructure

Panama is traditionally known as a destination accessible and comfortable for expatriates. According to Global Citizen Solutionsit is possible to live well in small towns, villages or agricultural communities with a monthly budget between US$ 800 e US$ 1.500. For those who prefer to reside in Panama Citythe capital, the monthly cost rises to up to $ 2,500. Overall, the cost of living for a single person in Panama is 36.3% lower than in the United Statesreinforcing the economic attractiveness of the country.

In addition to the affordable cost, Panama offers Several visa options adapted to the needs of expatriates, including the friendly nationso Pensioning program and the remote workerfacilitating the integration and permanence of professionals, retirees and digital nomads.

“It has a perfect mix of decent infrastructure at affordable prices, combined with a pleasant climate and, most importantly, an open, friendly and easy to integrate culture,” said Chudoba.

Opportunities for professionals and entrepreneurs

The study also shows that Panama is not only a destination for retirees, but also for professionals seeking growth and financial stability abroad. The country combines Quality of life, safety and controlled costs with opportunities for those who want work remotely or undertakebecoming an increasingly competitive pole for global expatriates.

With information from CNBC*