Panama visa for Angolan citizens

For Angolan passport holders planning a journey to Panama, a visa is required, with options primarily available for tourist and student purposes. Despite the geographical distance, crossing the Atlantic from Luanda typically involves at least one layover in a major European or South American hub, encompassing a journey that easily spans over 15 hours of flight time to reach Panama City, the gateway to the iconic Panama Canal. Travelers should also note the significant time difference between the countries and that while the Panamanian Balboa is pegged to the US Dollar, local transactions often use US currency directly. Given the visa requirement and the limited two visa types, thorough preparation is key to ensuring a smooth entry into this vibrant Central American nation.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Visa options

TouristTourist Visa (Stamped Visa – EV‑2)
30dmultiple-entryvalid 3y
TouristAuthorized Visa for Tourists of Restricted Countries (PV‑1)
30d
TouristTourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo – TT‑3)
90d
TouristVisa‑Exempt Entry (Visa Exemption – EV‑5)
90d$0multiple-entry
TouristVisa‑Exempt Entry for U.S. and Canadian Citizens (Resolution 22706)
180d$0multiple-entry
TouristThird‑Country Visa Exemption Entry (Executive Decree No. 521)
30d$0
TouristVisa Abolition Agreement Entry (ASV‑4)
90d$0multiple-entry
TransitTransit Visa

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