Australia
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Panama visa for Australian citizens
Entry requirement
Australian citizens can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at mire.gob.pa
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Panamanian citizens travelling to Australia
PanamaAustralia e-Visa Australia visa for citizens of Panama
Travel advice for Panama
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Australia to Panama, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Panama at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Panama (updated 9 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Panama (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Australian citizens can stay in Panama
Australian citizens may stay in Panama for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Panama.
Panama’s neighbours for Australian citizens
Costa Rica and Colombia admit Australian citizens visa-free.
Panamanian citizens travelling to Australia
Australia requires a visa from Panamanian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Panama?
Australian citizens can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can Australian citizens stay in Panama?
Australian citizens can stay in Panama for up to 90 days.
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa for Australia?
Australia requires a visa from Panamanian citizens, available online as an e-Visa.
Can Australian citizens enter Panama visa-free?
Yes, Australian citizens can enter Panama without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.