Moving to Panama and Finding a Job

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Panama offers one of the highest standards of living in Central America, so it is no wonder why people from around the globe want to move to this tropical haven.
Legal residents are the only ones who are allowed to work in Panama, unless the job cannot be filled by a local resident.
If you have a unique skill set or job qualifications, Panama will offer a beautiful setting to make a great living.
It can be difficult to get a job in Panama as a foreigner, so try to land a job before you make the move.

Unless you are teaching English, you will likely have to be fluent in written and spoken Spanish.
Take time to study the language and practice as much as possible before planning your move.
If you are thinking about making a move to Panama, there are several steps you can take to secure employment.

Resume Tips
When you are applying for a job, make sure to highlight your qualifications specific to the job requirements.
Do not send a blanket cover letter, and instead spend the extra effort to individualize each application for each job.
You will have to work a little bit harder to get an interview in Panama if you are not already a legal resident.
Let the human resources department know why you are the perfect fit for the job.

Teaching English
One job that Americans can get in Panama is an English teacher.
Teaching English for a couple years can help get your foot in the door for other employment opportunities.
While you are teaching English, you can meet new people to improve your professional network.
Living in Panama and teaching English will also help you improve your Spanish skills.
Once you are offered a job, your employer will help you obtain a work permit.
They will have to supply an offer letter and an explanation why a Panamanian resident cannot do the job you are being hired to perform.

Newspapers Online Job Websites
Check local print and online editions of local newspapers for job listings.
In the United States, there are plenty of online resources to find a job.
The job hunting scene is very similar in Panama.
Search for reputable websites where employers list their open positions.

Proactive Job Searches
Sometimes the best positions are not found in newspapers or online.
If you have a network of friends or colleagues in Panama, ask around for any job openings that they may know about.
Sometimes it is not about what you know, but who you know.
You can also research different companies located in Panama that you would like to work for to further your career.
Contact the human resources department and send them your resume.
They might not have a job opening available right away, but if you are persistent in your follow-up, they might interview you when a position is open.
Don’t follow up too often, or your efforts could be seen as annoying.
A monthly follow up is reasonable.

Foreign Companies
Many companies in the United States and Europe have positions open in Central America.
Look for companies with offices in Panama or who have open positions for employees who they need to move to Panama.
This is a great way to have another corporation help secure your work permits and the corporation might even pay for your international relocation.
Real estate services, consumer packaged goods and companies dealing with the tourism are industries you will want to start researching.