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Panama visa for Guatemalan citizens
Entry requirement
Panama admits Guatemalan citizens without a visa for stays of 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 Guatemala
PanamaGuatemala Visa-free, 90 days Guatemala 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.
Guatemalan citizens planning a trip to Panama can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Guatemalan citizens can stay in Panama
Guatemalan citizens may stay in Panama for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Panama.
Panama’s neighbours for Guatemalan citizens
Costa Rica and Colombia admit Guatemalan citizens visa-free.
Panamanian citizens travelling to Guatemala
Panamanian citizens do not need a visa for Guatemala: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Guatemala and Panama.
Frequently asked questions
Do Guatemalan citizens need a visa for Panama?
Panama admits Guatemalan citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Guatemalan citizens stay in Panama?
Guatemalan citizens can stay in Panama for up to 90 days.
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Panamanian citizens do not need a visa for Guatemala: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Guatemalan citizens enter Panama visa-free?
Yes, Guatemalan 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.