Get legal to drive, power up your new home, and stay connected—all in 48 hours, guided by your AskPanama concierge.
| Step | What Happens | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical Check – Vision & blood type at certified clinic | 30 min |
| 2 | Document Pack – Passport, residency card, foreign license, notarised translation | Concierge pre‑loads |
| 3 | Sertracen Appointment – Digital photo, fingerprints, theory‑test waiver | 20 min slot |
| 4 | Payment & Print – Pay $40 fee; license printed on the spot | 10 min |
Total time on‑site: about 1 hour when pre‑booked.
Requirements: Valid residency card (or 90‑day tourist stamp for temporary permit), foreign license valid >2 years, and apostilled driver’s‑record letter for some countries.
AskPanama Shortcut: We secure your Sertracen slot, prep the translation, and drive you door‑to‑door—zero queueing.
| Utility | Provider | What We Do | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricity | Naturgy (city) / ENSa (east) | Account transfer, deposit waiver for residents | $60‑$180/mo (A/C heavy) |
| Water & Trash | IDAAN | Name change, auto‑debit setup | $10‑$25/mo |
| Internet & TV | Tigo, Claro, Liberty | 200 Mbps fiber install within 48 hrs | $40‑$60/mo |
| Mobile SIM / eSIM | Claro, Más Móvil | Activate 10 GB plan + Yappy/Nequi wallet | $15‑$25/mo |
Most landlords cover water & trash in HOA; electricity always under tenant.
You’re fully online and powered up in under two days—no Spanish phone trees.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| License Conversion Concierge | $300 (includes translation & clinic escort) |
| Vehicle Registration Assist | $150 |
| Utilities Setup Package | $250 (covers all accounts & tech visits) |
| Full Local Setup Bundle | $600 (save $100) |
WhatsApp +507‑6933‑3333 or chat live to get started.
Drive legally, keep the lights on, and stay connected—AskPanama makes local setup effortless.
