Requirements to travel to Panama, VISA and PROTOCOLS
To enjoy your trip to Panama, you must comply with the following documents and regulations:
- Valid passport, with at least 6 months of validity.
- Return ticket to the country of origin or the next destination to be visited.
- Present proof of economic solvency of a minimum of five hundred dollars (USD $500.00), either in cash, credit card, bank reference, work letter, or traveler’s checks. Some nationalities may be required to present a higher amount. We recommend checking with the Consulate of Panama in your country or with your airline.
- Address of the place of accommodation and purpose of the trip.”
- Some nationalities need to present their tourism visa before their trip to Panama. We recommend in case of, visiting the Panamá council in your country. Any other inquiries, visit the webpage of the National Migracion Service of Panamaor consult with your airline of choice.
- Vaccines for the Yellow Fever is mandatory for anyone traveling from Brazil, who must present the international vaccination certificate issued by ANVISA carried out at least 10 days before arrival.
Exceptions:
– Children under 1 year of age and adults over 60 years of age.
– Travelers in transit in Brazil without leaving transit zones.
– Holders of a contraindication certificate for medical reasons.
- At this time there are no restrictions or requirements specific to COVID-19. However, through this link, you will find up to date information.
For more info, visit Tocumen Panamá.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
CLIMATE
In April (dry season), the average monthly temperature ranges between 24° and 30°C, with days with maximum temperatures between 34° and 39°C.
January falls in Panama’s dry season, with mostly sunny days and temperatures ranging from 75°F to 85°F (24°C to 29°C). Ideal for outdoor activities. This month is one of the best for visiting Panama, thanks to pleasant weather and minimal rain.
At meeting rooms and inside hotels, the air conditioner temperature ranges between 19 and 23°C, so it’s recommended to wear a coat indoors.
CONNECTIVITY
All hotels offer wireless Internet connectivity.
ELECTRICITY
En Panamá, el voltaje estándar es de 110 V y la frecuencia es de 60 Hz, similar a los voltajes en los Estados Unidos, Canadá y algunos países de América del Sur.
LANGUAGES
The main language in Panama is Spanish.
CURRENCY
The legal currency in Panama is the Dollar.
TRAVEL PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY
Emergency Numbers
- Emergency: 911
- Panamanian Red Cross: *445
- Fire: 103
- Police: 104 / 511-9220
- Transit Police: 511-9320
- Civil defense: *335
Nearest 24-hour Emergency Room (with multi-language support: English, Spanish etc.): Nacional Hospital – Be sure to call before going to the hospital +507 207-8100 / +507 306-3300 Google Maps Link
This is also the go-to medical facility for non-emergency care due to their multi-language support.
Panama Citizen Service Center – If you have any problems during your travels call 311 or email info@311.gob.pa
With the Citizen Service Center (3-1-1), citizens have all State institutions at their fingertips and with a “Click” in a single point of contact, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Its purpose is to be an effective link between the citizen and State entities that allows Panama to be the model of world-class citizen care.
- Accomodation rates: The venue Hotel, has offered special rates for the MCA 2026 attendees:
- Decapolis hotel habitación Deluxe (sencilla o doble) desde $98.00 + tax.
- Megapolis hotel habitación Deluxe (sencilla o doble) desde $119.00 + tax.
