🇧🇷Brazil

🇵🇦PanamaBR-PA

Brazil to Panama visa requirements

Q: How long can Brazilians stay in Panama without a visa?

Up to 90 days per entry. To stay longer, apply for an extension with the Servicio Nacional de Migracion or obtain an appropriate visa before the stay expires.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Panama's tourism authority states at least 3 months from the date of entry, but 6 months is strongly recommended because airlines and some officers may require it.

Q: Do I need proof of funds and a return ticket?

Yes. You should carry proof of economic solvency of at least US$500 (cash, card, or bank statement) and a return or onward ticket out of Panama.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccine required to enter Panama from Brazil?

It is no longer mandatory, but it is recommended, especially if you have visited or plan to visit jungle/endemic areas. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.

Q: Is there an eVisa or ETA for Panama?

No. There is no electronic visa or travel authorization for Brazilian tourists; entry is simply granted at the port of arrival.

Brazilian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Panama for tourism. They may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days. Holders of an ordinary Brazilian passport can travel to Panama for tourism without obtaining a visa in advance or on arrival. On entry, Brazilian citizens receive a visa-free tourist stay of up to 90 days. There is no application, no fee, and no eVisa or ETA system for this nationality. Panama is in Central America (not in the Schengen area), so no Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS applies. To be admitted, travelers must present a passport valid for at least 3 months (6 months is strongly recommended by airlines and many consular sources), a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of economic solvency of at least US$500 (cash, credit card, bank statement, or traveler's checks). Yellow fever vaccination is no longer mandatory but is recommended for travelers arriving from or visiting jungle/endemic areas. Overstaying the 90-day limit can result in fines and future entry problems, so travelers who need longer stays should request an extension from Panama's immigration authority (Servicio Nacional de Migracion) or arrange the appropriate visa.

VISA-FREETOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Single entry per admission (re-entry permitted on a new stamp)

from issue date

Visa fee

None (US$0)

consular fee only

Processing time

None — admission at the port of entry

standard track

Validity

90-day stay granted on arrival

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Brazilian ordinary passport is valid for at least 3 months from your date of entry; 6 months is strongly recommended to avoid airline check-in issues. Have at least one blank page.

· Passport· 3-6 months validity

/02

Book return or onward travel

Panama immigration and most airlines require proof of a return or onward ticket leaving Panama. Have it printed or on your phone.

· Onward ticket required

/03

Prepare proof of funds and accommodation

Carry evidence of economic solvency of at least US$500 (cash, credit card, bank statement, or traveler's checks) and the address of your hotel or lodging.

· US$500 minimum· Hotel address

/04

Check yellow fever recommendation

A yellow fever certificate is no longer mandatory but is advisable if arriving from or visiting jungle/endemic areas (e.g., Darien). Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel if applicable.

· Recommended· 10 days prior

/05

Travel and present documents on arrival

At the Panamanian port of entry, present your passport, onward ticket, accommodation details, and proof of funds. The officer stamps a visa-free stay of up to 90 days.

· No visa needed· 90-day stamp

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Track your stay and extend if needed

Do not exceed 90 days. If you need to stay longer, apply for an extension through the Servicio Nacional de Migracion before your stay expires.

· Avoid overstay· SNM extension

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Brazil -> Panama · Visa-free (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedBrazilian ordinary passport valid 3+ months (6 months recommended)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredReturn or onward ticket out of Panama

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of economic solvency (US$500 minimum)