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🇦🇪 Does an Emirati need a visa for Panama 🇵🇦?

Visa-free · up to 90 days

No. Emirati passport holders can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days.

Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for Emirati citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Panama or its official government website before you travel.

What this means for your trip

Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.

Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Panama at a glance

Capital: Panama City · Currency: Panamanian balboa (PAB, B/.); United States dollar (USD, $) · Official languages: Spanish · Calling code: +507

U.S. State Department travel advisory for Panama: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 19 August 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: Panama uses plug types A, B, the United Arab Emirates uses C, G. Mains voltage differs (Panama: 110 V; the United Arab Emirates: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

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Your embassy in Panama

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Panama, contact the embassy of the United Arab Emirates:

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

The other way round

🇵🇦 Panamanian passport holders visiting the United Arab Emirates: Panamanian passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.

The Emirati passport at a glance

130visa-free
7ETA
32visa on arrival
20e-Visa
9visa required

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Questions

Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Panama?

Emirati passport holders can visit Panama without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can an Emirati stay in Panama without a visa?

Up to 90 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.

Does a Panamanian need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

Panamanian passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.