Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting
Panama
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Panamanian Visa.
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the format of a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Panama Visa for Egyptians
Facts about Panama
Panama is a country popularly known for its beaches, mountains, modern cities, and historic ruins. There are a lot of activities to do while they are in the country, Tourists can visit any of the beaches to relax and surf. Other activities that can be engaged in by foreigners include whitewater rafting, hiking through any of the numerous national parks and enjoy the sights of over 960 species of birds. Horses are a way of life in Panama, this makes horseback riding a popular tourist attraction.
In 2013, over 1.5 million foreigners visited Panama. The number of tourist visits has steadily been on the rise since the turn of the decade, the country was even named as the best place to visit by The New York Times Magazine. The number of tourist visits is expected to increase for years to come.
Foreigners are required to declare currency of up to $10,000 on entry and exit from the country. There are strict laws regarding the import into and export from Panama of items such as firearms, ammunition, wildlife species, biological material, and food products.
Citizens of the following country can enter Panama for up to 180 days without a visa: Andorra, Angola, Antigua y Barbuda, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Greece, Paraguay, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, and Venezuela.
Tourists should ensure they stay away from drugs. Possession of even a small quantity of drugs can lead to up to 15 years imprisonment. It is worth noting that prison conditions are very harsh.
Types of Panama Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Panama Visa
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the format of a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Panama Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of visiting Panama for sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- Foreigners who have the intention of visiting their friends or relatives living in the country are eligible for this visa.
- If you are visiting someone in the country, a letter from your host should be provided. The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must indicate the length of the applicant’s stay.
- The purpose of the applicant’s visit and the valid contact information of the host must be stated in the letter.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt is required. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment.
- Minors are required to submit the original copy of their birth certificate, as well as a notarized consent signed by both their parents.
- During your time in the country, you are not allowed to receive payments for the services you render.
- This visa allows you to attend festivals and events that are of interest to you.
- Proof of payment of paid visa application fee is required.
Panama Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Businessmen and businesswomen visiting Panama with the intention of engaging in business activities are eligible for this visa.
- Foreigners are allowed to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners during business meetings.
- During your time in the country, you are allowed to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars.
- A letter of invitation from the host company in Panama stating the nature of the business to be carried out and the duration of the business trip is required. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and signed by an authorized signatory of the company.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer stating awareness and allowance of the business leave is required. The letter must also state the duration and the purpose of the business trip.
- The business letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant during his/her time in the country.
- Proof of previous trade relations between the host company and sponsoring company must be provided, if any.
- You are expected to return to your country at the expiry of this visa.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
Panama Visa Fees
Tourist visa
100.00 (USD)
Business visa
100.00 (USD)
Panama Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Egypt
Cairo
4A, IBN Zanky St. 11 Floor, El Zamalek El Cairo, Egipto P.O. Box 62 Zamalek 11211
https://www.mire.gob.pa/index.php/es/embajada-de-egipto
embpanamaegipto@mire.gob.pa
(202) 2736-1093, (202) 2736-1094