Panama64.52
Overall rating
Open country profilePanama vs. Portugal: Country Comparison
Portugal leads the overall rating with 74.93 points, ahead of Panama with 64.52 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Waste Management and Heating & Gas Cost.
Panama
Portugal74.93
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
Portugal scores clearly better than Panama on Waste Management.
Panama scores clearly better than Portugal on Heating & Gas Cost.
Portugal scores clearly better than Panama on Pension Replacement Rate.
Panama scores clearly better than Portugal on Cash Payment Limit.
Portugal scores clearly better than Panama on Social Spending.
Portugal scores clearly better than Panama on Fixed Broadband Subscriptions.
Panama scores clearly better than Portugal on Fertility Rate.
Portugal scores clearly better than Panama on Same-Sex Legal Status.
Categories Compared
Panama
66 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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Portugal
77 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 55 | 76 | Portugal |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 90 | 93 | Portugal |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 53 | 56 | Portugal |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 68 | 86 | Portugal |
| Legal Protection & Property | 54 | 70 | Portugal |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 64 | 74 | Portugal |
Panama
66 points
❤️ Health
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Portugal
81 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 62 | 78 | Portugal |
| Environmental Health | 65 | 85 | Portugal |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 70 | 80 | Portugal |
Panama
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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Portugal
66 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 74 | 45 | Panama |
| Investment & Capital Access | 66 | 76 | Portugal |
| Banking & Fintech | 72 | 71 | Panama |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 50 | 73 | Portugal |
| Real Estate & Property | 85 | 68 | Panama |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 55 | 63 | Portugal |
| Macroeconomics | 72 | 73 | Portugal |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 59 | 63 | Portugal |
Panama
66 points
🏠 Costs
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Portugal
60 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 61 | 43 | Panama |
| Food & Basic Goods | 31 | 42 | Portugal |
| Dining & Going Out | 79 | 72 | Panama |
| Mobility Costs | 80 | 58 | Panama |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 80 | Portugal |
| Personal Services | 77 | 68 | Panama |
Panama
57 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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Portugal
75 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 52 | 68 | Portugal |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 49 | 68 | Portugal |
| Electricity & Energy | 79 | 83 | Portugal |
| Internet & Connectivity | 49 | 85 | Portugal |
| Public Transport | 52 | 67 | Portugal |
Panama
62 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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Portugal
71 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 72 | 64 | Panama |
| Climate & Weather | 73 | 80 | Portugal |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 80 | 63 | Panama |
| Leisure & Recreation | 66 | 77 | Portugal |
| Arts & Entertainment | 44 | 74 | Portugal |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 51 | 79 | Portugal |
| Family-Friendly | 50 | 68 | Portugal |
| Pet-Friendly | 59 | 67 | Portugal |
Panama
70 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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Portugal
84 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 71 | 84 | Portugal |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 84 | 85 | Portugal |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 65 | 86 | Portugal |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 72 | 87 | Portugal |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 69 | 86 | Portugal |
| Language & Integration | 56 | 69 | Portugal |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 65 | 88 | Portugal |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 65 | 85 | Portugal |
Panama
72 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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Portugal
84 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 67 | 90 | Portugal |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 69 | 89 | Portugal |
| Attractions & Activities | 68 | 85 | Portugal |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 83 | 87 | Portugal |
| Vacation Costs | 75 | 69 | Panama |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 79 | 87 | Portugal |
Panama
58 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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Portugal
81 points
| Topic | Panama | Portugal | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 68 | 83 | Portugal |
| Education & Knowledge | 61 | 80 | Portugal |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 42 | 81 | Portugal |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 59 | 85 | Portugal |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 48 | 91 | Portugal |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 56 | 87 | Portugal |
| Religion & Worldviews | 68 | 73 | Portugal |
| Demography | 64 | 52 | Panama |