Get a Panama Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for a Panama Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Visa Exempt

    Visa exempt for a stay of up to 180 days. The traveller must:

    • Hold a Machine Readable passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds of at least USD $500.00
    • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
    • Hold proof of purpose of trip
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Hold a visa for the next destination, if required
    • Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

    VisasDirect recommends that all travellers check with their airline prior to departure that boarding will be permitted without a visa. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed.

Business Travel Requirements for a Panama Visa for Australian Citizens

  1. Visa Exempt

    Visa exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveller must:

    • Hold a Machine Readable passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds of at least USD $500.00
    • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
    • Hold proof of purpose of trip
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Hold a visa for the next destination, if required
    • Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

    VisasDirect recommends that all travellers check with their airline prior to departure that boarding will be permitted without a visa. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed.

Panama Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Panama visa?

    The best time to apply for your Panama visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Panama visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Panama visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application using our secure collection service.