Entry/Exit Requirements
"U.S. citizens traveling by air to and from Panama must present
a valid passport when entering or re-entering the United States.
Sea travelers must have a valid U.S. passport (or other original
proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a certified U.S. birth certificate
with a government-issued photo ID). American citizens can visit
travel.state.gov or call 1-877-4USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778) for information
on applying for a passport.
Panamanian law requires that travelers must either purchase a tourist
card from the airline serving Panama or obtain a visa from a Panamanian
embassy or consulate before traveling to Panama. Further information
may be obtained from the Embassy of Panama, 2862 McGill Terrace
NW, Washington, DC 20009, tel. (202) 483-1407, or the Panamanian
consulates in Atlanta, New York, Chicago, Honolulu, Houston, Los Angeles,
Miami, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, San Juan, San Diego,
San Francisco or Tampa.
U.S. citizens transiting the Panama Canal as passengers do not
need to obtain visas, report to customs, or pay any fees. U.S. citizens
piloting private craft through the canal should contact the Panama
Canal Authority at 011-507-272-1111 or consult the canal’s
web page at http://www.pancanal.com.
In an effort to prevent international child abduction, many governments
have initiated procedures at entry/exit points. These often include
requiring documentary evidence of relationship and permission for
the child's travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian not present.
Having such documentation on hand, even if not required, may facilitate
entry/departure.
Panamanian law requires all persons to carry official identification
documents at all times. This law applies to both Panamanian citizens
and visitors to the country. Due to an increase in illegal aliens
in Panama, the police have been checking documents more frequently,
resulting in the detention of people not carrying identification.
For this reason, all Americans are encouraged to carry their passports
or other official identification at all times." - US State
Dept
For non-US Citizen requirements, please contact
us for updated information.
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