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title: Panama visa for citizens of Iran
description: Citizens of Iran need a visa for Panama and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Panama visa for citizens of Iran

Citizens of Iran 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.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa (30 days, conditional on holding valid Australia/Canada/US/UK visa)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility** — Confirm you hold a valid visa or residence permit for Australia, Canada, US, or UK.
2. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as listed.
3. **Fill visa application form** — Complete the official visa application form.
4. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the Panamanian embassy or consulate to book an appointment for submission.
5. **Attend appointment** — Submit your application and documents in person at the embassy.
6. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee at the embassy (exact amount varies, check embassy website).
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; no official timeline provided.
8. **Collect passport** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport once visa is issued.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Passport-sized photographs (2, white background, 3x4 cm)** (Identity)
- **Valid visa or residence permit for Australia, Canada, US, or UK** (Supporting): Must be valid at time of travel
- **Return or onward flight ticket** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation** (Travel)
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial)
- **Travel health insurance (covering entire stay)** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Employment letter or proof of occupation** (Employment, optional): May be requested
- **Copy of passport bio page** (Identity)

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements

Sufficient funds to cover travel expenses expected

## Good to know

- Visa is conditional on holding a valid visa/residence for Australia, Canada, US, or UK.
- Apply well in advance; processing times are not specified.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Not holding a valid visa for Australia, Canada, US, or UK** — Ensure you have a valid visa or residence permit from one of those countries.
- **Incomplete or incorrect documentation** — Double-check all documents and follow embassy instructions.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Iran need a visa for Panama and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (30 days, conditional on holding valid Australia/Canada/US/UK visa).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2, white background, 3x4 cm); Valid visa or residence permit for Australia, Canada, US, or UK; Return or onward flight ticket; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation; and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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