Peru passport → Panama

Panama visa for citizens of Peru

Visa-freeVisa-Free · Tourist (up to 180 days)

Citizens of Peru can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-Free · Tourist (up to 180 days)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 3 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Not required

How to apply

1
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond arrival and has blank pages.
2
Travel to Panama
No visa required; present passport at border control.
3
Receive entry stamp
Border officer will stamp passport and grant stay up to 180 days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond date of arrival.
Blank passport pages
At least one blank page per stamp.

Good to know

Exercise increased caution due to crime and potential civil unrest.
Do not travel to parts of the Mosquito Gulf and Darién Region due to crime.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 3 months beyond arrival).

Renew passport before travel to ensure validity.

Lack of blank passport pages.

Ensure passport has at least one blank page.

FAQ

Do citizens of Peru need a visa for Panama?

Citizens of Peru can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-Free · Tourist (up to 180 days).

How long can citizens of Peru stay in Panama?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Peru need for Panama?

Valid passport; Blank passport pages.

How long must my passport be valid for Panama?

At least 3 months.

Sources

Panama International Travel Information - State Travel
Travel Requirements for Panamá | Entry, Visas & Pets - Panama (tourismpanama.com, third-party site)
Visas — EOP - Embassy of Panama (embassyofpanama.org, third-party site)

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