United Kingdom
Panama
Panama visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
Panama admits British 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 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Panamanian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
PanamaUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom 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). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Panama
British citizens may stay in Panama for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Panama.
Panama’s neighbours for British citizens
Costa Rica and Colombia admit British citizens visa-free.
Panamanian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Panamanian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Panama?
Panama admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Panama?
British citizens can stay in Panama for up to 90 days.
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Panamanian citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Can British citizens enter Panama visa-free?
Yes, British citizens can enter Panama without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.