Panama passport
Where can a Panama passport take you?
22 countries visa-free · 34 nomad cities you can enter without a visa — visa-on-arrival and eVisa included.
A deep dive into the travel flexibility of the Panamanian passport, tailored for remote professionals seeking global mobility and residency strategies.
Panama passport: what you need to know
Panama offers more than just a strategic hub for international business; its passport serves as a functional tool for the globally-minded digital nomad. For those considering Panama as a base, understanding the utility of the passport is as critical as navigating its local remote work visa schemes. With access to 88 countries visa-free and an additional 42 via on-arrival arrangements, the Panamanian travel document provides a respectable level of mobility. However, success in a nomadic lifestyle requires balancing this access with an awareness of regional security concerns and the specific financial requirements for local residency. Whether you are leveraging your Panamanian status to access European territories or navigating the bureaucratic landscape of the Darién region, this guide provides the necessary context for your next move. We examine the intersection of mobility, local visa obligations, and the practical realities of maintaining a global lifestyle while utilizing Panama as your primary or secondary home.
22
visa-free countries
34
nomad cities visa-free
#1
top city you can enter
🇹🇭 Chiang Mai
Visa-free with a Panama passport · 34 cities · 22 countries
Germany
90 daysNetherlands
90 daysFrance
90 daysArgentina
90 daysSingapore
30 daysDenmark
90 daysAustria
90 daysIreland
90 daysSpain
90 daysPoland
90 daysLithuania
90 daysMexico
180 daysThailand
60 daysSouth Africa
90 daysBrazil
90 daysPhilippines
30 daysMalaysia
30 daysColombia
90 daysEcuador
90 dayseTA required with a Panama passport · 18 cities · 4 countries
United Kingdom
180 daysIsrael
90 daysSouth Korea
90 daysKenya
90 daysVisa required with a Panama passport · 45 cities · 8 countries
United States of America
Australia
China
United Arab Emirates
New Zealand
Pakistan
Iran
eVisa / visa on arrival with a Panama passport · 7 cities · 3 countries
India
30 daysTaiwan
30 daysEthiopia
90 daysEvery passport ranked by visa-free travel
Panama passport — frequently asked questions
+How many countries can I visit visa-free with a Panama passport?
Panama passport holders have visa-free access to 88 countries.
+What is the income requirement for the Panama Remote Worker Visa?
You must prove an annual income of at least $36,000, or approximately $3,000 per month.
+How long does the Panama Remote Worker Visa last?
The visa is valid for nine months and can be renewed once for a total stay of up to 18 months.
+Are there areas in Panama that are unsafe for travelers?
Yes, the U.S. State Department advises against travel to parts of the Darién region and the Mosquito Gulf due to criminal activity and limited emergency services.
+Does the Panama passport allow visa-free entry to Australia?
No, Australia is listed as a destination that requires a visa for Panama passport holders.
+What is the total number of destinations I can enter without a pre-approved visa?
You have access to 130 destinations when combining the 88 visa-free countries and the 42 countries offering visa-on-arrival or eVisas.
+How do I maximize my flexibility as a nomad with this passport?
Prioritize travel to the 130 accessible countries and plan at least two months in advance for any of the 60 countries that require a formal visa application.
+How many countries can Panama citizens visit visa-free?
A Panama passport grants visa-free entry to 22 countries, with more available via visa-on-arrival and eVisa — covering 34 of the nomad cities we track.
+What is the difference between visa-free, visa-on-arrival and eVisa?
Visa-free means you land without paperwork for a set number of days. Visa-on-arrival is issued at the border. An eVisa is applied for online before you travel. The tables above group every tracked country by which rule applies to a Panama passport.
+Which nomad cities are visa-free for this passport?
Visa freedom carries 10% of the Nomad Score, and the tables above group every tracked country by the rule that applies to a Panama passport. Cities you can enter visa-free are listed under Visa Free, each with its canonical Nomad Score and the allowed stay days.