Vietnam Visa for Panamanians citizens

Panamanians passport holders Do Not need visa to travel 90 days to Vietnam. Learn requirements and fees for Vietnam visa for Panamanians citizens here!

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Do Panamanians passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?

Panamanians nationals who wish to visit Vietnam for tourism purposes, for a period not exceeding 90 days, do not require a visa.

  • They will not stay in Vietnam for more than 90 days, including the arrival and departure days (a proof such as an onward or return ticket may be required at the border)
  • Valid Panamanians passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages)

Visa requirement for Panamanians citizens summary:

Available Visas Visa Requirements Visa Information Get This Visa
Business Visa required For business travelers holding Panamanians passports who visit Vietnam for signing contacts, attending conferences or other business activities. Get it as soon as
Tourist Not required 90 days For Panamanians passport holders who visit Vietnam for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as
Work Visa required For Panamanians nationals who intend to work in Vietnam.
Student Visa required For students from Panama who plan to study in Vietnam.

How to apply

If Panamanians passport holders want to stay in Vietnam more than 90 days. They can choose between 03 available methods below to apply for a visa to Vietnam.

E-visa application

To apply for an e-visa online from Panama, please follow these steps:

  1. Access our online e-visa application form.
  2. Upload .jpg images of your Panamanians passport data page and a 4x6cm photo.
  3. Make the payment for the e-Visa fee (55 USD ~ 55 PAB)
  4. Wait 5-7 working days. The earliest possible would be , local Panama City time on .
  5. Receive evisa by email or download it on our status page.

Apply at the embassy

To apply for a visa at the embassy/consulate of Vietnam in Panama, the following documents are required:

  • Valid passport for at least 06 months prior to your planned entry date (Travel documents or temporary passports may not be accepted)
  • Application form (Click here to download)
  • 02 recently taken passport sized photos (4*6cm)
  • Visa application fees

Apply for visa on arrival

Visa on arrival is an alternative way to obtain a visa for Vietnam for applicants who plan to arrive Vietnam by air from Panama. The process involves 4 simple steps:

  1. Submit an online form for the approval letter.
  2. Receive the approval letter by Email in 2 working days.
  3. Prepare photos, entry/exit form, stamping fee and the approval letter
  4. Arrive at Vietnam airport, present all documents above to get the visa stamped on passport.

Tips: None


Visa on arrival price (Price quoted in PAB)

Visa Type 3 Working Days 1 Working Day
1 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 12 PAB 24 PAB
1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 14 PAB 26 PAB
3 Month Single Entry (Tourist) 20 PAB 32 PAB
3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourist) 25 PAB 37 PAB
1 Month Single Entry (Business) 90 PAB 109 PAB
1 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 95 PAB 114 PAB
3 Month Single Entry (Business) 110 PAB 139 PAB
3 Month Multiple Entry (Business) 125 PAB 154 PAB

*Above price does NOT include stamping fee at Vietnam airport which is 25 USD for single entry (1 month/3 month) and 50 USD multiple entry (1 month/3 month). The price is quoted in Balboa, click here to see our latest price in USD.


Eligible ports of entry

Travelers from Panama can use the e-visa to enter at one of the following ports of entry/exit in Vietnam:

Ports of entry/exit Distance and travel time (from Panama)
Noi Bai Int Airport (HAN) - Hanoi 14168.2 km / 8803.7 miles (23 hours, 36 minutes)
Cat Bi Int Airport (HPH) - Hai Phong 14189.6 km / 8817.0 miles (23 hours, 38 minutes)
Cam Ranh Int Airport (CXR) - Nha Trang 15058.9 km / 9357.2 miles (25 hours, 5 minutes)
Can Tho International Airport (VCA) 15374.4 km / 9553.2 miles (25 hours, 37 minutes)
Da Nang International Airport (DAD) 14661.3 km / 9110.1 miles (24 hours, 26 minutes)
Phu Bai Int Airport (HUI) 14640.1 km / 9096.9 miles (24 hours, 24 minutes)
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) 15410.2 km / 9575.4 miles (25 hours, 41 minutes)
Tan Son Nhat Int Airport (SGN) - Ho Chi Minh City 15267.9 km / 9487.0 miles (25 hours, 26 minutes)
Bo Y Landport 14825.3 km / 9212.0 miles (24 hours, 42 minutes)
Cha Lo Landport 14552.9 km / 9042.7 miles (24 hours, 15 minutes)
Cau Treo Landport 14490.1 km / 9003.8 miles (24 hours, 9 minutes)
Huu Nghi Landport 14065.2 km / 8739.7 miles (23 hours, 26 minutes)
Ha Tien Landport 15370.6 km / 9550.9 miles (25 hours, 37 minutes)
Lao Bao Landport 14646.2 km / 9100.7 miles (24 hours, 24 minutes)
Lao Cai Landport 14065.6 km / 8739.9 miles (23 hours, 26 minutes)
La Lay Landport 14669.2 km / 9115.0 miles (24 hours, 26 minutes)
Moc Bai Landport 15254.3 km / 9478.6 miles (25 hours, 25 minutes)
Mong Cai Landport 14081.1 km / 8749.6 miles (23 hours, 28 minutes)
Nam Can Landport 14395.1 km / 8944.7 miles (23 hours, 59 minutes)
Na Meo Landport 14294.1 km / 8881.9 miles (23 hours, 49 minutes)
Song Tien Landport 15299.2 km / 9506.5 miles (25 hours, 29 minutes)
Tinh Bien Landport 15339.1 km / 9531.3 miles (25 hours, 33 minutes)
Tay Trang Landport 14224.7 km / 8838.8 miles (23 hours, 42 minutes)
Xa Mat Landport 15196.2 km / 9442.5 miles (25 hours, 19 minutes)
Chan May Seaport 14637.9 km / 9095.6 miles (24 hours, 23 minutes)
Da Nang Seaport 14658.8 km / 9108.6 miles (24 hours, 25 minutes)
Duong Dong Seaport 15405.1 km / 9572.3 miles (25 hours, 40 minutes)
Hon Gai Seaport 14166.7 km / 8802.8 miles (23 hours, 36 minutes)
Hai Phong Seaport 14185.8 km / 8814.6 miles (23 hours, 38 minutes)
Nha Trang Seaport 15038.4 km / 9344.4 miles (25 hours, 3 minutes)
Quy Nhon Seaport 14871.3 km / 9240.6 miles (24 hours, 47 minutes)
Ho Chi Minh City Seaport 15269.2 km / 9487.8 miles (25 hours, 26 minutes)
Vung Tau Seaport 15295.2 km / 9504.0 miles (25 hours, 29 minutes)

Travel information and facts

Panama Vietnam Differences
Local time 13:50 (30 January, 2026) 01:50 (31 January, 2026) Panama is 12.0 hours behind Vietnam.
Population 4,324,092 97,457,492 93,133,400 fewer than Vietnam.
Current weather scattered clouds 16°C (Panama City) light rain 24°C (Hanoi) 8°C lower than Vietnam
Distance Panama City
  • Hanoi (14168.0 km / 8804.0 miles)
  • Ho Chi Minh city (15268.0 km / 9487.0 miles)
Average distance is 14760 km or 9171 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Panama
  • Upcoming holiday is Carnival which will occur in 2 weeks.
The next public holiday in Vietnam is Feb. 14, 2026 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Panama City local time)

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any embassies or consulates of Vietnam in Panama?

Yes. The embassy of Vietnam in Panama is located at Local 3, Piso 10, Edificio Banco Atlantico, Calle 50 y 53, Panama.

How much is a Vietnamese e-visa fee for Panamanians citizens?

An e-visa for Vietnam will cost (55 USD ~ 55 PAB) for a normal 5-7 working day processing.

How soon can I get a visa for Vietnam from Panama?

For the quickest processing time, an e-visa can be obtained as early as 02:00 AM on 02 February 2026 (Panama City local time).

How many ways are there to obtain a visa for Vietnam?

If you are currently residing in Panama, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa.
  • Call the embassy in Panama for visa information: +507 6990 3656.