Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/2 | Yes |
Passport Note(a) No brief account
of the complex Panamanian visa regulations is likely to be fully successful as passport and visa regulations are liable to change at short notice. (b) Panamanian immigration procedures are rigidly enforced and non-compliance with the regulations may result in transportation at carrier’s expense to country of origin. (c) Many nationals requiring visas also require authorization from the Immigration Authorities in Panama before entry.
PassportsPassport valid for a minimum of six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasNot required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except:
1. nationals of Australia, Canada and USA who will be issued a tourist card in lieu of a visa for stays of up to 30 days (extendable to 90 days at the discretion of the immigration authorities);
2. nationals of Bulgaria and Romania who
do require a visa.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Visa NoteTypes of Visa and CostTourist: £30.
Tourist card: Prices vary, depending on nationality and also on where the tourist card is obtained from (eg prior to departure, on the flight or upon arrival at the airport). Some nationals can obtain the tourist card free of charge (including nationals of the USA). Enquire at the consulate for details.
ValidityVisas and tourist cards are valid within a three-month period from the date of issue and allow stays for up to 30 days (extendable to 90 days at discretion of immigration authorities).
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info. A tourist card can be issued either by the travel agent
or on the flight
or at the airport.
Working Days RequiredNormally 24 hours if no authorization is needed; up to 40 days if authorization (which depends on nationality) is needed.
WarningTravel to the Darien province should be conducted only with an organized group, and to recognized tourist destinations protected by the Panamanian police.
There are sporadic demonstrations in Panama City about various social and political issues. Since 12 February 2008, there have been violent demonstrations occurring throughout Panama City and other parts of the country. This is the result of the shooting and death of a construction worker by the Panamanian Police. Travelers should avoid all demonstrations and construction sites and monitor local media for up to date information.
If transiting the USA on the way to Panama, you must have a machine-readable passport or a valid US non-immigrant visa.
Travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Sometimes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Sometimes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | Yes | |
Health CareModern and reliable private medical services are available. According to current legislation covering sanitary matters, Panama offers healthcare facilities to all nationals and foreign travelers who may require them, independent of any reciprocal agreement with a particular country. International travelers are, however, advised to take out medical insurance.
NoteA yellow fever certificate is required from all travelers coming from infected areas.
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