Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting
Panama
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Panamanian Visa.
- Valid passport, with at least 6 months remaining validity.
- One visa application form, duly accomplished and signed.
- Copy of previous visa or permits approved by the Panamania.n authorities (if applicable).
- Three passport photographs size 35mmm x 45mm.
- Copy of flight reservation with an itinerary from the travel agent.
- Proof of sufficient funds, at least US$500 or credit card.
- Bank statements, at least for the last 3 months.
- Medical insurance.
- Credit card statements, at least for the last 3 months.
- Traveler’s cheque with the applicant’s name.
- Income tax returns from the previous year.
- Proof of income accepted by the National Service for Migration.
Panama Visa for Filipinos
Facts about Panama
Panama is a country popularly known for its beaches, mountains, modern cities, and historic ruins. There are a lot of activities to do while they are in the country, Tourists can visit any of the beaches to relax and surf. Other activities that can be engaged in by foreigners include whitewater rafting, hiking through any of the numerous national parks and enjoy the sights of over 960 species of birds. Horses are a way of life in Panama, this makes horseback riding a popular tourist attraction.
In 2013, over 1.5 million foreigners visited Panama. The number of tourist visits has steadily been on the rise since the turn of the decade, the country was even named as the best place to visit by The New York Times Magazine. The number of tourist visits is expected to increase for years to come.
Foreigners are required to declare currency of up to $10,000 on entry and exit from the country. There are strict laws regarding the import into and export from Panama of items such as firearms, ammunition, wildlife species, biological material, and food products.
Citizens of the following country can enter Panama for up to 180 days without a visa: Andorra, Angola, Antigua y Barbuda, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Greece, Paraguay, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, and Venezuela.
Types of Panama Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Business visa | 15 days | 180 days |
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 30 days (extendable to 90 days) |
| Work visa | 15 days | 6 months |
General Requirements for Panama Visa
- Valid passport, with at least 6 months remaining validity.
- One visa application form, duly accomplished and signed.
- Copy of previous visa or permits approved by the Panamania.n authorities (if applicable).
- Three passport photographs size 35mmm x 45mm.
- Copy of flight reservation with an itinerary from the travel agent.
- Proof of sufficient funds, at least US$500 or credit card.
- Bank statements, at least for the last 3 months.
- Medical insurance.
- Credit card statements, at least for the last 3 months.
- Traveler’s cheque with the applicant’s name.
- Income tax returns from the previous year.
- Proof of income accepted by the National Service for Migration.
Panama Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Panama for some business activities.
- A valid passport.
- Old passport with visa stamps can be brought if any.
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- Proof of air ticket.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Flight itinerary.
- Covering letter from the company stating the purpose of your travel.
- Proof of bank statement within the last six months issued from the bank..
- Income Tax Returns.
- Invitation letter from the company.
- Proof of business proposal.
Panama Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Panama for sight-seeing/tourism.
- A letter of invitation from the host.
- Duly accomplished tourist visa application form.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Two colored passport photographs with a white background.
- A valid passport with a validity of six months beyond your stay in Panama
- Proof of air ticket.
- The applicant ID card.
- A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel.
- Flight itinerary.
Panama Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to work in Panama.
- A valid passport.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Two passport photographs with a white background.
- Proof of civil status (if married, a marriage certificate should be presented).
- A completely filled work visa application form.
- Payment of visa fees.
- Proof of educational qualifications.
- Proof of certificate of experience.
- A cover letter stating the purpose of your travel.
Panama Visa Fees
Business visa
160.00 (USD)
Tourist visa
160.00 (USD)
Work visa
160.00 (USD)
Panama Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Philippines
Manila
10th Floor MARC 2000 Tower 1973, Taft Avenue and San Andres Street, Quirino, Metro Manila, Philippines.
panaembassy@eastern.com.ph
+63 2 8521 1233