PASSPORT
A valid passport is
required for travel in [Name of Country]. You will need to
present it at the airports before and after your
flights. Be sure to carry a photocopy of your passport
in a separate location, for security’s sake. It is
also a good idea to leave one with somebody at home.
If you already have a passport, check to make
sure it is still current (they expire every 10 years).
Passports can be renewed through the mail. If you
are getting a passport for the first time, you must
submit your application in person.
For information on how to
obtain a passport, download an application
from travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html,
ask your travel agent, or call
the Passport Office at 202-647-0518. Allow at least 6 weeks.
VISA
A visa is not
needed for stays under 90 days, however
tourists from the USA, Canada and EU need to
purchase a $6 tourist card from their airlines at
the ticket counter on the day of departure for Panama. A
tourist card gives you an automatic 90-day stay in
Panama and can be extended for another 60 days.
MONEY
The National
Currency is the Panamanian balboa (B). However,
the official paper currency is the U.S. dollar,
which is accepted everywhere at the rate of B1 =
US$1. The centesimos coins are of identical
size, denomination, and metal as U.S. coins, and the
coins of both nations are used hereinterchangeably. Credit cards
are well accepted at hotels, major stores and
better restaurants in Panama City. Outside Panama
City, in general, cash will be necessary. We
recommend getting what you think you will need
in Panama City. Outside Panama City best to
carry denominations of $20 or less Panama City
has numerous ATM machines. Double check with your bank to make sure you ATM card will work.
Traveler's checks are not well accepted in Panama
except at banks:
American Express preferred.
You will need spending
money for a few meals, snacks, optional
excursions, personal gifts, drinks and guide gratuities.
HEALTH
There are
currently no required immunizations for travel to Panama
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