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InterNations – Uniting Italians living in Panama

Would you like to get in touch with other Italians in Panama? Are you in need of help and advice from your Italian compatriots? Or would you like to join other Italian expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the Río Chagres and Gatun Lake?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Panama or are still living in Italy and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Panama offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Italian expats in Panama, coming from all corners of Italy - from Milan, over Rome to Napoli.

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William Shirming

William Shirming

Thanks to the City Guide, I found the right place to go for a business lunch in Panama City.

Carla Echevarria

Carla Echevarria

As a Spanish expat in Latin America, moving to Panama was probably easier for me than for others. But I am still glad that I found this site!

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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What Italian expats love about living in Panama city

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Panama City, we asked our Italian members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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What I enjoy most about Panama City is natural beauty. — Italian expat living in Panama City
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One of the best things about Panama City is is possible to reach Caribbean sea in an hours. — Italian expat living in Panama City
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The weather in Panama is incredible!! — Italian expat living in Panama City
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You can easily find a job in here. That's amazing! — Italian expat living in Panama City
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Now let's move to negative reviews of expat life in Panama City

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A significant downside is absence of public health. — Italian expat living in Panama City
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Trash is bothering me a lot. It's everywhere! — Italian expat living in Panama City
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People are racists. They don't like foreigners. They are very close minded. — Italian expat living in Panama City
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Why Italian expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Italian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Meet other Italians at our events in Panama

Attend our monthly events and activities for Italians expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

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"Él tenía 18 años, y yo 19. Doce poemas que abarcan un período de dos años durante los cuales se hila el relato de una pasión que hubiera podido ser, pero que no fue; la ilusión de la posibilidad, la agonía de la espera, así como mis reflexiones personales sobre el amor y el deseo. Un ejercicio tera
"Él tenía 18 años, y yo 19. Doce poemas que abarcan un período de dos años durante los cuales se hila el relato de una pasión que hubiera podido ser, pero que no fue; la ilusión de la posibilidad, la agonía de la espera, así como mis reflexiones personales sobre el amor y el deseo. Un ejercicio tera
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celebrando que la ciudad de Panamá es una ciudad internacional, con muchas personas que viven y trabajan aquí Este es un evento de networking y socialización. We also have a nice mix of People from Colombia, Canada, Brazil. Argentine, Chile, Nicaragua, USA, UK, France, Germany, Costa Rica, Italy,
celebrando que la ciudad de Panamá es una ciudad internacional, con muchas personas que viven y trabajan aquí Este es un evento de networking y socialización. We also have a nice mix of People from Colombia, Canada, Brazil. Argentine, Chile, Nicaragua, USA, UK, France, Germany, Costa Rica, Italy,
🚴 Pedal Power on the Panama Canal! ☀️
🚴 Pedal Power on the Panama Canal! ☀️
Let's trade in the hiking boots for helmets! Join us for a fun, easy-going bike ride along the iconic Amador Causeway (Cinta Costera Phase III). This is the perfect Saturday activity: we'll enjoy amazing views of the Panama City skyline, the Bridge of the Americas, and the ships waiting to enter t
Let's trade in the hiking boots for helmets! Join us for a fun, easy-going bike ride along the iconic Amador Causeway (Cinta Costera Phase III). This is the perfect Saturday activity: we'll enjoy amazing views of the Panama City skyline, the Bridge of the Americas, and the ships waiting to enter t
InterNations Panama City: Masquerade 2026
InterNations Panama City: Masquerade 2026
You are cordially invited to an unforgettable evening where sophistication meet entertainment. Put on your favorite mask and join us for a spectacular night filled with live music, glamour & surprises. Socialize & Connect with people from all over the Globe! On Friday October 30 From 7:30 pm - 1
You are cordially invited to an unforgettable evening where sophistication meet entertainment. Put on your favorite mask and join us for a spectacular night filled with live music, glamour & surprises. Socialize & Connect with people from all over the Globe! On Friday October 30 From 7:30 pm - 1

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Petanque Group
Petanque Group
Cultural Exchange Group
Cultural Exchange Group
Live Music & Concerts Group
Live Music & Concerts Group
Language Exchange Group
Language Exchange Group

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Find Tips and Advice on Panama from Italian Expats

Of course, expat living in Panama is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Italians is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Panamanian way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Italians in Panama, residing in Panama City, Colón, Balboa and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Italians in Panama City.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Italian food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Panamanian InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Italy in Panama.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Panama Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get minestrone in Colón.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Panama to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Italian embassy.

From the Río Chagres and Gatun Lake to the Distrito Central, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Italian expats in Panama.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Italians in Panama

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Panama. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Panamanian sancocho, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Panama City’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the Miraflores locks of the Canal Zone as well as other beautiful landmarks in Panama.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Italy and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Buongiorno from our Italians living in Panama!

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