Panama (PA)
Panama is one of the most popular expat countries in the Americas in 2026, especially for retirees, remote-income households, investors, entrepreneurs and families who want US-dollar living, strong air connectivity, private healthcare and established expat communities.
Capital: Panama City
Region: Americas
Language: Spanish
Currency: USD ($)
Cost of living: Affordable (index 55)
Emergency: 911
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
911
Police
104 / 911
Fire Brigade
103 / 911
Ambulance
911 / SUME 911
Poison Control
Call 911 or the nearest hospital emergency department
Mental Health
Call 911 for immediate danger; private hospital and clinic crisis pathways vary
Domestic Violence
911 for immediate danger; INAMU and local support routes vary by province
Road Assistance
Insurer roadside assistance, ATTT channels and private towing providers
Private hospital emergency departments and urgent-care clinics
911 emergency; hospital direct line for private care
Panama City has major private hospitals with 24/7 emergency departments; David, Boquete, Coronado and other expat hubs have more limited but useful private options.
Emergency departments 24/7; clinics vary by city and provider.
How to call emergency services in Panama
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