Requirements to Travel to Panamá

Biomuseo at Amador Causeway

To enjoy your trip to Panamá, you must comply with the following documents and regulations:

  • Valid passport within at least six months of expiration

  • Return ticket to the country of origin or the next destination to visit

  • Proof of economic solvency of at least five hundred dollars (USD $500.00) in cash, credit card, bank reference, work letter, or traveler's checks. Some nationalities must present a higher amount. We recommend validating this information with the consulate of Panamá in your country or with your airline.

  • Address of the place of lodging and purpose of travel.

  • Some nationalities must present a tourist visa before their trip to Panamá. If this is your case, we recommend going directly to the Panamanian consulate in your country. For any other query, visit the National Migration Service of Panamá page or check with your airline.
  • The yellow fever vaccine is mandatory for all people traveling from Brazil, who must present the international vaccination certificate issued by ANVISA at least 10 days before arrival.

Casco Antiguo
  • Exceptions:

           - Children under one year and adults over 60 years of age.

           - Travelers in transit in Brazil without leaving the transit zones.

           - Holders of a certificate of contraindication for medical reasons.

  • Currently, there are no restrictions or requirements specific to COVID-19. However, in this link, you can always review updated information.