Netherlands76.53
Overall rating
Open country profileNetherlands vs. Panama: Country Comparison
Netherlands leads the overall rating with 76.53 points, ahead of Panama with 64.52 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in EV Charging Infrastructure and Heating & Gas Cost.
Netherlands
Panama64.52
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Netherlands scores clearly better than Panama on EV Charging Infrastructure.
Panama scores clearly better than Netherlands on Heating & Gas Cost.
Panama scores clearly better than Netherlands on Driving License Cost ($).
Netherlands scores clearly better than Panama on Cycling Infrastructure.
Netherlands scores clearly better than Panama on UV Radiation.
Netherlands scores clearly better than Panama on Waste Management.
Panama scores clearly better than Netherlands on Territorial Tax System.
Panama scores clearly better than Netherlands on Public Transport Monthly Cost.
Categories Compared
Netherlands
83 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Panama
66 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 77 | 55 | Netherlands |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 90 | 90 | Tie |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 70 | 53 | Netherlands |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 92 | 68 | Netherlands |
| Legal Protection & Property | 84 | 54 | Netherlands |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 82 | 64 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
85 points
❤️ Health
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Panama
66 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 82 | 62 | Netherlands |
| Environmental Health | 89 | 65 | Netherlands |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 83 | 70 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
70 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Panama
67 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 50 | 74 | Panama |
| Investment & Capital Access | 80 | 66 | Netherlands |
| Banking & Fintech | 75 | 72 | Netherlands |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 60 | 50 | Netherlands |
| Real Estate & Property | 59 | 85 | Panama |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 63 | 55 | Netherlands |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 72 | Netherlands |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 83 | 59 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
42 points
🏠 Costs
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Panama
66 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 30 | 61 | Panama |
| Food & Basic Goods | 23 | 31 | Panama |
| Dining & Going Out | 48 | 79 | Panama |
| Mobility Costs | 38 | 80 | Panama |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 66 | 70 | Panama |
| Personal Services | 48 | 77 | Panama |
Netherlands
86 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Panama
57 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 90 | 52 | Netherlands |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 77 | 49 | Netherlands |
| Electricity & Energy | 81 | 79 | Netherlands |
| Internet & Connectivity | 91 | 49 | Netherlands |
| Public Transport | 90 | 52 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
68 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Panama
62 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 70 | 72 | Panama |
| Climate & Weather | 57 | 73 | Panama |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 39 | 80 | Panama |
| Leisure & Recreation | 86 | 66 | Netherlands |
| Arts & Entertainment | 81 | 44 | Netherlands |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 69 | 51 | Netherlands |
| Family-Friendly | 73 | 50 | Netherlands |
| Pet-Friendly | 66 | 59 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
86 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Panama
70 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 87 | 71 | Netherlands |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 85 | 84 | Netherlands |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 65 | Netherlands |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 95 | 72 | Netherlands |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 84 | 69 | Netherlands |
| Language & Integration | 76 | 56 | Netherlands |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 95 | 65 | Netherlands |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 94 | 65 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
82 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Panama
72 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 98 | 67 | Netherlands |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 96 | 69 | Netherlands |
| Attractions & Activities | 85 | 68 | Netherlands |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 71 | 83 | Panama |
| Vacation Costs | 50 | 75 | Panama |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 95 | 79 | Netherlands |
Netherlands
88 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Panama
58 points
| Topic | Netherlands | Panama | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 89 | 68 | Netherlands |
| Education & Knowledge | 89 | 61 | Netherlands |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 85 | 42 | Netherlands |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 91 | 59 | Netherlands |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 99 | 48 | Netherlands |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 96 | 56 | Netherlands |
| Religion & Worldviews | 82 | 68 | Netherlands |
| Demography | 60 | 64 | Panama |