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Panama

Where two oceans meet

Capital
Panama City
Currency
Panamanian balboa (B/.) - the US dollar circulates at par
Flight from Douala
18-26 h with a stopover from Douala
Time difference
GMT-5 (6h behind Cameroon)

Panama packs into a tiny space a skyscraper metropolis, a legendary canal, a colonial old town and paradise islands on two oceans. For the Cameroonian traveler it is a vibrant gateway to Latin America, at once modern, tropical and surprisingly cosmopolitan, all with the dollar as currency.

In pictures

Formalities

The visa, step by step

Hard visa
How to apply
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days (set by the authorities)
Cost
Variable consular fees; proof of solvency of at least 500 USD required
Processing
Up to 30 business days

How to apply

Cameroonian passport holders need a stamped (authorized) visa obtained BEFORE departure from a Panamanian consulate. The application is submitted for approval to Panama's immigration authorities.

Required documents

  • Passport valid at least 3 months on arrival
  • Round-trip flight booking with itinerary
  • Three 2x2 white-background photos
  • Proof of solvency (minimum 500 USD)
  • Hotel booking and an explanatory letter for the trip

Good to know

  • •The authorized visa requires prior approval from Panamanian immigration.
  • •A valid Schengen, US, Canadian or UK visa may ease entry: check current conditions.
  • •Keep proof of funds and your exit ticket on you at arrival.
How much it costs

A one-week budget

Backpacker
270 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight
Comfort
600 000 FCFA
/ week, excl. flight

Round-trip flight from Douala / Yaoundé

660 000 FCFA–1 080 000 FCFA

No direct flights. Expect 1-2 stops (Europe or via the Americas) for 18-26 h of travel.

Indicative round-trip price: it varies widely by season, layover and how early you book.

Where the money goes (backpacker estimate)

🏨150 000 FCFA
🍽️108 000 FCFA
🚕72 000 FCFA
🎟️120 000 FCFA
Hostel
9 000 FCFA–18 000 FCFA
Mid-range
33 000 FCFA–66 000 FCFA
Nice hotel
90 000 FCFA–180 000 FCFA
Tailored

Budget simulator

Comfort level
Estimated total budget
930 000 FCFA
Must-sees

What to do there

1

Miraflores Locks

Watch ocean giants transit the Panama Canal from the visitor center.

2

Casco Viejo

UNESCO colonial quarter of cobbled lanes, lively plazas and sunset rooftops.

3

San Blas Archipelago

Hundreds of paradise islets run by the Guna people, white sand and turquoise water.

4

Pipeline Road trail

A birdwatcher's paradise in the rainforest of Soberanía Park, near the city.

5

Biomuseo

Colorful Frank Gehry museum devoted to the isthmus's biodiversity.

6

Taboga Island

Easy island escape from the capital, with beaches and a fishing village.

Itinerary

One week, day by day

  1. D1

    Day 1: Arrive in Panama City, settle in and evening in Casco Viejo

  2. D2

    Day 2: Miraflores Locks and the canal museum

  3. D3

    Day 3: Biomuseo, Amador Causeway and skyline at sunset

  4. D4

    Day 4: Day trip to the San Blas Archipelago

  5. D5

    Day 5: Relax on the islands, snorkeling and Guna culture

  6. D6

    Day 6: Taboga Island or a hike on Pipeline Road

  7. D7

    Day 7: Last shopping and departure

✓

Travel checklist

A printable list (or save as PDF) so you forget nothing.

Travel checklist — Panama

Before you leave

What to pack

Visa sources: vinavisas.com · tourismpanama.com

Indicative data (June 2026), reliability moyenne. Visa rules, prices and timelines change: always confirm with official sources before booking.

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