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# Panama visa for citizens of Cuba

Citizens of Cuba need a visa for Panama and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://www.migracion.gob.pa/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa (30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 180 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Processing time:** 5–15 days
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing minimum $500 or equivalent

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility** — Confirm you need a visa; note that holders of qualifying visas/PR may be exempt.
2. **Gather documents** — Collect all required documents as listed.
3. **Book appointment** — Schedule an appointment at the Panamanian embassy or consulate in your jurisdiction.
4. **Attend appointment** — Submit documents and provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo) in person.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable $50 fee at the appointment.
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 5–15 business days.
7. **Collect visa** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport with visa, if approved.
8. **Travel to Panama** — Present visa and passport at border control; you may be asked for onward ticket and proof of funds.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Available from Panamanian embassy website or in person
- **Passport-sized photographs** (Identity): 2 recent color photos, white background, 2x2 inches
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Last 3 months, showing sufficient funds
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay
- **Travel medical insurance** (Travel): Coverage for duration of stay
- **Proof of employment or study** (Employment): Employer letter or enrollment certificate
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Proof of payment of $50 fee
- **Applicable visa/PR from qualifying country** (Supporting, optional): Not required if not using visa waiver; if used, must be valid 6 months

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** 500 USD
- Bank statement

Statement showing at least $500 or equivalent in foreign currency.

## Good to know

- Visa is not required for holders of a multiple-entry visa valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry or permanent residency issued by Australia, Canada, European Union, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, US, UK.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and use the official form.
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statement meeting minimum balance and consistent income.
- **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Cuba need a visa for Panama?

Citizens of Cuba need a visa for Panama and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Cuba stay in Panama?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Panama visa cost for citizens of Cuba?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Panama visa processing take?

Typically 5–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of Cuba need for Panama?

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary; Bank statement; Hotel reservation; and 4 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Panama?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://www.migracion.gob.pa/

## Sources

- [migracion.gob.pa](https://www.migracion.gob.pa/)

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