Scat in the Hat

Hey GFY,

I know there are more than a few webmasters either living in Panama or spending a lot of time there. I'm about to book a 3 month plane ticket this winter, and have been holding off until I get a clear answer on the Visa rules.

I spent almost three months there last winter, was detained by migration just over 80 days of being there. The only reason being I didnt have my passport on me, other than that all was cool.

Now I just received an email from the Panamanian Embassy in Canada saying that stamped Visa is good for 30 days then I'd have to apply for a 60 day extension.

I had a Panamanian friend of mine call Panama Migracion and they told him it was 90 days upon entry...

WTF????

I planned to actually stay upwards of six months this time around, border hopping before the 90 days was up. At which point I would extend the plane ticket, or I may just book a six month from the get-go... anywho.....

I need to book a ticket asap as prices are going up due to high season. Can someone please enlighten me on this matter?

Thanks in advance!

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