Get a Panama Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for a Panama Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. Visa Exempt

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

    • Hold passport valid at least three months on entry with two blank visa pages
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds for a minimum of USD 100.00
    • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
    • Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

Business Travel Requirements for a Panama Visa for Canadian Citizens

  1. Visa Exempt

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

    • Hold passport valid at least three months on entry with two blank visa pages
    • Hold proof of sufficient funds for a minimum of USD 100.00
    • Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
    • Hold documents showing proof of purpose of trip
    • Hold all documents required for the next destination
    • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

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.

  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 in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx.