Panama Visa Requirements
For 🇯🇵 Japan passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, and routine vaccinations. Malaria prophylaxis for certain rural areas.
Tap Water
Safe to drink
Safety Tips
Panama is one of Central America's safest countries. Panama City is modern and well-policed. Avoid the Darién Gap near Colombia. Standard urban precautions in certain neighborhoods.
Money & Costs
Currency
B/. Panamanian Balboa (PAB)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $50 · Mid: $100 · Luxury: $250+
Tipping
Tipping 10-15% is customary at restaurants. Hotel porters and taxi drivers appreciate small tips.
Practical Info
Power
Type Type A/B, 120V, 60Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
911 (all emergencies)
Getting There
Main Airports
David (DAV) · Panama City (PTY)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
December-April is dry season with best weather. May-November is rainy, though mornings are often clear. Panama City has year-round warm weather.
Cultural Notes
Panama blends indigenous, Spanish, and American influences. Spanish is official but English widely spoken due to Canal Zone history. Panamanians are friendly and proud of the Canal.
Insider Tips
The Panama Canal is the main attraction. Casco Viejo is the historic old town. Bocas del Toro offers Caribbean beaches. San Blas Islands (Guna Yala) are stunning but require permits. The Balboa equals one US dollar.