Panama visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Panama

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Panamanian Visa.


  • A Rwandan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Panama Visa for Rwandans

Facts about Panama


Panama is a country popularly known for its beaches, mountains, modern cities, and historic ruins. There are a lot of activities to do while they are in the country, Tourists can visit any of the beaches to relax and surf. Other activities that can be engaged in by foreigners include whitewater rafting, hiking through any of the numerous national parks and enjoy the sights of over 960 species of birds. Horses are a way of life in Panama, this makes horseback riding a popular tourist attraction.
 
In 2013, over 1.5 million foreigners visited Panama. The number of tourist visits has steadily been on the rise since the turn of the decade, the country was even named as the best place to visit by The New York Times Magazine. The number of tourist visits is expected to increase for years to come.
 
Foreigners are required to declare currency of up to $10,000 on entry and exit from the country. There are strict laws regarding the import into and export from Panama of items such as firearms, ammunition, wildlife species, biological material, and food products.
 
Citizens of the following country can enter Panama for up to 180 days without a visa: Andorra, Angola,  Antigua y Barbuda, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Greece, Paraguay, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, and Venezuela.

Types of Panama Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 30 days
Business visa 15 days 30 days

General Requirements for Panama Visa


  • A Rwandan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Panama Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Panama Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda


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Panama currently does not maintain an embassy in Rwanda. Citizens of Rwanda are advised to use embassies/consulates in Egypt for their applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions


What is the official language of Panama?

The main and official language of Panama is Spanish, which is widely spoken by the majority of people in the country. Apart from Spanish, another popular language in Panama is English, which is spoken by around 14% of the population.


What do I need to travel to Panama?

Kenya citizens must have a valid Kenyan passport to enter Panama. Panamanian law requires that the passport be valid for at least three months after the traveler's intended exit date from the country.


What currency is used in Panama?

The official currency of Panama is the Balboa, named after Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa, who discovered the Pacific Ocean in 1513. Since one Balboa equals one US Dollar, the US Dollar has legally circulated in Panama. In other words, in practice, the currency used day-to-day in Panama is the US dollar, which is also legal tender.


What is the best time of the year to visit Panama?

The best time to visit Panama is during the short dry season, which falls between December and March.


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