Eritrea visa for Panamanian citizens

Eritrean citizens planning an adventure to Panama will first need to secure one of the two available visa types, typically a tourist or student visa, as a visa is strictly required for entry. Given the considerable journey across continents, flights generally involve multiple stops, often through Europe and North America, necessitating careful planning for the significant 9-hour time difference between Asmara and Panama City. While tourist visas often allow stays of up to 90 days, expect application fees to be around $100-$150, a small part of the total travel cost for this unique cross-hemisphere journey. Navigating the sheer geographic expanse between the Horn of Africa and Central America truly presents a distinctive travel itinerary not commonly encountered.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Funds proof
Required
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

BusinessBusiness Visa (1 Year)
$300multiple-entryvalid 1y
BusinessBusiness Visa (3 Months)
$150multiple-entryvalid 3mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (6 Months)
$200multiple-entryvalid 6mo
BusinessBusiness Visa (Single Entry)
$100valid 3mo
WorkEmployment Visa
$100valid 3mo
FamilyFamily Visit Visa
30d$70valid 3mo
OtherOfficial Visa
$0
StudentStudent Visa
$50
TouristTourist Visa (1 Year)
30d$300multiple-entryvalid 1y
TouristTourist Visa (3 Months)
30d$150multiple-entryvalid 3mo
TouristTourist Visa (6 Months)
30d$200multiple-entryvalid 6mo
TouristTourist Visa (90 Day, Single Entry)
30d$100valid 3mo
TransitTransit Visa
3d$30valid 1y
TouristVisa on Arrival (Ethiopian and Sudanese nationals residing in UAE)
30dvalid 2mo
OtherGeneral Entry Visa
30d$100valid 3mo
FamilyFamily Visit Visa
30dvalid 3mo
BusinessBusiness or Employment Visa
$100valid 3mo
TransitTransit Visa (up to 3 days stay)
3d$30valid 1y

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