Canada
Panama
Panama visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Panama: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at embassyofpanamaincanada.com
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Panamanian citizens travelling to Canada
PanamaCanada Visa required Canada 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.
For a trip from Canada to Panama, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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).
Good to know
How long Canadian citizens can stay in Panama
Canadian citizens may stay in Panama for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Panama.
Panama’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
Costa Rica and Colombia admit Canadian citizens visa-free.
Panamanian citizens travelling to Canada
Panamanian citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Panama?
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Panama: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Panama?
Canadian citizens can stay in Panama for up to 180 days.
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa for Canada?
Panamanian citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Can Canadian citizens enter Panama visa-free?
Yes, Canadian citizens can enter Panama without a visa and stay for up to 180 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.