Panama visa-free entry for citizens of Vietnam: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Vietnam do not need a visa for a short stay in Panama (up to 90 days).
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Travellers from Vietnam do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in Panama, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of Vietnam stay in Panama?
90 days
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 90 days. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of Panama
Documents required for a visa for Panama:
- Passport valid 3 months beyond departure
- Completed application form
- Two passport-size photos
- Flight itinerary
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Bank statements (3 months)
- Invitation letter (if applicable)
- Visa fee payment
Other visa types for Panama
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
- Business visa
- Friendly Nations visa
- Short-Stay Remote Worker visa
- Family Reunification
- Pensionado visa (retiree)
- Qualified Investor visa
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