422: ALERT: Panama, Paraguay & Costa Rica Residency Update

Mikkel Thorup|08/12/2026|

Residency programs rarely become easier, cheaper, or less restrictive over time. Across Latin America, we are already seeing new investment thresholds, tighter documentation requirements, processing delays, and limits on who can qualify.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down the latest residency developments in Panama, Paraguay, and Costa Rica, and explain why those considering a Plan-B need to take action while today’s options are still available.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as Marc and I break down the latest changes affecting Panama’s Qualified Investor Visa
Find out what Paraguay’s tightening residency rules may signal about its current “no investment” residency option
Listen in to learn why Costa Rica presents such a compelling opportunity for freedom-seeking expats right now
Hear my predictions on where these residency programs are headed next

LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Paraguay Residency: ExpatMoney.com/Residency-in-Paraguay
Panama Fly’N Buy:ExpatMoney.com/fly
Veritas Costa Rica Webinar:ExpatMoney.com/webinar

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