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Panama
Panama visa for Swedish citizens
Entry requirement
Swedish citizens do not need a visa for Panama: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at embassyofpanama.se
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Panamanian citizens travelling to Sweden
PanamaSweden Visa-free, 90 days Sweden 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.
Swedish 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 Swedish citizens can stay in Panama
Swedish citizens may stay in Panama for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Panama.
Panama’s neighbours for Swedish citizens
Costa Rica and Colombia admit Swedish citizens visa-free.
Panamanian citizens travelling to Sweden
Sweden admits Panamanian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Sweden and Panama.
Frequently asked questions
Do Swedish citizens need a visa for Panama?
Swedish citizens do not need a visa for Panama: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Swedish citizens stay in Panama?
Swedish citizens can stay in Panama for up to 90 days.
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa for Sweden?
Sweden admits Panamanian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Can Swedish citizens enter Panama visa-free?
Yes, Swedish 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.