🇮🇱Israel

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Israel to Panama visa requirements

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

Up to 90 days per entry. Only U.S. and Canadian passport holders are granted up to 180 days; Israeli travelers fall under the standard 90-day tier.

Q: Is there an eVisa or visa-on-arrival for Israelis?

Neither is needed. Entry is granted free of charge at the border on presentation of a valid passport and supporting documents.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

At least 3 months from your entry date under Panama's rules, but 6 months of validity is recommended because some airlines and officers apply the stricter standard.

Q: What documents might immigration ask for?

A valid passport, a return or onward ticket, proof of funds (commonly cited as at least US$500 or equivalent), and your accommodation address.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Panama?

No. Panama is in Central America and is not a Schengen country, so neither the Schengen short-stay rule nor ETIAS applies.

Israeli ordinary passport holders can travel to Panama visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. No visa or pre-arrival authorization is required. Israel is on Panama's visa-exemption list, so holders of an ordinary Israeli passport do not need a visa for short tourist visits. They are admitted for up to 90 days per entry (the standard tier; only U.S. and Canadian passport holders get 180 days). Panama is in Central America and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. There is no eVisa or visa-on-arrival process to complete; travelers simply present a valid passport and supporting documents to the immigration officer on arrival. At the border, officers may ask for a passport valid for at least 3 months (some airlines/officers apply a stricter 6-month guideline), proof of onward or return travel, proof of sufficient funds (commonly cited as at least US$500 or equivalent), and the address of accommodation. The visa-free entry is free of charge. Overstaying or working on this entry is not permitted; extensions and other purposes require the National Migration Service. This guidance reflects the policy verified as current on 2026-05-30.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE 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 entry (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted (each stay up to 90 days)

from issue date

Visa fee

0 (no visa fee)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - admission decided at the border on arrival

standard track

Validity

Entry granted at time of arrival; passport must be valid at least 3 months (6 months recommended)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

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Confirm passport validity

Ensure your ordinary Israeli passport is valid for at least 3 months from your entry date; 6 months is recommended as some airlines and officers apply the stricter standard. Check that you have at least two blank pages.

· Passport· 3-6 months validity

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Book onward or return travel

Purchase a confirmed return or onward ticket leaving Panama. Panama requires proof of onward travel and airlines may check it at check-in.

· Return/onward ticket

/03

Prepare proof of funds and accommodation

Have evidence of sufficient funds (commonly cited as at least US$500 or equivalent via cash, card, or bank statement) and the address of your hotel or accommodation in Panama.

· Proof of funds· Accommodation address

/04

Complete any required arrival declaration

Fill in any electronic or paper migration/customs form requested by your airline or on arrival. Verify current forms with your carrier before departure.

· Arrival form

/05

Present documents at immigration

On arrival at Tocumen International Airport or another port of entry, present your passport and supporting documents. The officer grants visa-free entry of up to 90 days.

· Immigration inspection· No fee

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Track your authorized stay

Note the entry date and do not exceed 90 days. If you need longer or a different purpose, apply through Panama's National Migration Service before your stay expires.

· Max 90 days· Avoid overstay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Israel -> Panama · Visa-free entry (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedOrdinary Israeli passport valid at least 3 months (6 months recommended)

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

required

RecommendedAt least two blank passport pages

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

recommended

RequiredConfirmed return or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (at least ~US$500 or equivalent)

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredAddress of accommodation in Panama