Panama visa requirements for Mauritians

Travel and visa requirements

Panamanian Visa is not required for Mauritians

Stay Duration: 180 days

Entry Requirements

  • The government of Panama permits citizens of Mauritius to visit their country for a duration of 180 days without a visa.
  • Visitors who desire to stay beyond the 180-day period are to apply and pay for an extension at the Offices of Immigration in Panama.
  • Intending visitors are required to possess a passport valid for a minimum period of 3 months from the date of their arrival in Panama. The passport should have at least a blank page for visa stamping.
  • Visitors are also required to provide either $500 in cash or its equivalent or a credit card, bank statement or any other proof that they have enough funds to cover their expenses while in Panama. A return ticket to Mauritius or onward destination is needed as well.
  • Mauritius nationals travelling to Panama must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Panama. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host already living in Panama.
  • There is no restriction on the import and export of either local or foreign currencies, however, amounts above $10,000 will be declared on arrival in Panama.
  • Intending visitors can get to Panama from international airports in Mauritius. There are international airports in Port Louis and Rodrigues.
  • South African Airways, Air France, Air Mauritius and Kenya Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Mauritius to Panama.
  • The estimated flight time from Port Louis to Panama City, Panama is 1 day, 1 hour and 1 day, 6 hours from Rodrigues.
  • Balboa is the official currency of Panama. Also, the US Dollar is used as a medium of exchange throughout the country. However, visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • The most prominent religion in Panama is Christianity, precisely Roman Catholicism. However, other religions present are in Panama include Bahá í Faith, Islam, Hinduism Buddhism and other Christian denominations.
  • Panama citizens speak various indigenous languages, however, Spanish is the official and most widely spoken language of Panama.
  • Panama has a tropical maritime climate with a hot, humid, rainy season from May through to December and a short dry season from January through to May, which is said to be the best time to travel to the country.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in Panama includes ceviche, Patacones de plátano, Sancocho, etc.
  • Some of the tourist sites visitors can check out during their stay in Panama include Panama Canal, San Blas Islands, Panama Viejo and Gatun lake. 
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $40 to spend on daily expenses while in Panama.
  • Panama uses the Eastern Standard Time (GMT-5), which puts Mauritius 9 hours ahead in time.
  • The power and socket plug used in Haiti are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 110 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
  • Movement in Panama is possible with domestic flights, buses, boats, private transports, and taxis. 
  • Visitors in Panama are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money should I bring to Panama?

The amount of cash you should carry depends on what you plan to do. If you envision a day of eating at better restaurants, having drinks, and maybe even buying a souvenir, you'll want to budget about $30-50 per person. However, if your hotel includes some meals and you're only planning on lounging along the beach, $20 should cover it.

Can I use my credit card in Panama?

Outside of Panama City, credit cards are seldom used and cash is usually the only accepted tender for transactions. Depending on where you are, you might not even be able to find ATMs. MasterCard and Visa are the most common cards accepted.

What season is Panama in right now?

Panama has two seasons: the dry season or summer, which extends from January until April, and the wet season which runs from May through December.

Can you spend dollars in Panama?

Since 1904, one Balboa equals one US Dollar and since then, the US Dollar has legally circulated in Panama. The currency used day-to-day in Panama is the US dollar, which is also legal tender because there is no paper Balboas.