Panama visa for Barbadian citizens

For Barbadian passport holders, exploring Panama is remarkably accessible, with visa-free entry granted for stays of up to 90 days. This straightforward process means no pre-arrival visa application fees or the need for multiple visa types; a single tourist entry suffices for most visitors. As a crucial crossroads connecting the Caribbean to Central America, Panama City (PTY) is a frequent hub for flights from Bridgetown (BGI), often via Copa Airlines, streamlining travel between the two regions. Furthermore, the practical use of the US dollar throughout Panama simplifies financial transactions for Barbadian travellers.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$500 / person
Yellow fever cert.
Required

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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