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India → Panama: do you need a visa?

SHORT-VISIT ENTRY SUMMARY

Visa required

Panama requires a visa for India citizens before travel.

Dataset: February 2026. Confirm current rules with official authorities before traveling. Work, study, and longer stays may require a separate visa.

Which visa are you getting?

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    Popular:

    Tourist Visa

    Short-stay entry for tourism; visa-exempt, stamped, or authorized depending on nationality.
    Who fits: Non-exempt visitors traveling for rest, recreation, or sightseeing without paid work in Panama.
    Gov fees: Fees vary by consulate and nationality; confirm locally. — Filing and visa-stamp charges depend on the post and reciprocity. Do not pay until the consulate confirms the amount.
    Official source: SNM — Permisos Migratorios hub (PM1 Visa de Turista checklist) · SNM — Tourist entry requirements (preguntas frecuentes) · MIRE — Tramitación de visas estampadas y autorizadas
    SNM Permisos Migratorios hub https://www.migracion.gob.pa/home/procesosmigratorios/permisosmigratorios/

    Documents

    • Passport or travel document with at least 3 months of validity
    • Proof of economic solvency of at least B/.500.00, such as bank statements or credit card
    • Confirmed onward ticket or reservation out of Panama
    • Visa application through the responsible Panamanian consulate for nationalities that require a visa
    • SNM entry authorization for authorized-visa nationalities
    • Lodging or itinerary evidence as requested by the consulate or inspector

    FAQ

    Who needs a tourist visa?
    Travelers whose nationality is not visa-exempt. Some need a stamped visa issued directly by the consul; others need an authorized visa with prior SNM approval. Check the current nationality lists with the consulate.

    How much solvency must tourists show?
    SNM guidance states at least B/.500.00 consistent with the declared stay. Minors under 18 do not need to show solvency.

    Does the visa guarantee entry?
    No. The migration inspector verifies passport validity, solvency, and onward travel on arrival and decides admission.

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