Panamanian visa for Cuban citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Cuban passport holders visiting Panama for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Cuban citizens to enter Panama for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Panama e-visa for Cuban citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Panama visa on arrival for Cuban citizens | Not Available | |
Panama tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Cuban passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Panama.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Panama.
If you are looking for Panama visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Cuba, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Panama nearest your place of residence.
- Havana: The Embassy of Panama in Havana, Cuba (Working hours: Close now)
Panama visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Panama diplomatic mission offices to Cuba for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Cuba traveling to Panama from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Cuba) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 125 | N/A |
| 2009 | 120 | -4.00% |
| 2010 | 132 | 10.00% |
| 2011 | 147 | 11.36% |
| 2012 | 161 | 9.52% |
| 2013 | 166 | 3.11% |
| 2014 | 175 | 5.42% |
| 2015 | 211 | 20.57% |
| 2016 | 192 | -9.00% |
| 2017 | 184 | -4.17% |
| 2018 | 179 | -2.72% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Panama & Cuba comparison
Panama's area is approximately 74,340 km2 (28,702 sq mi), while the area of Cuba is approximately 106,440 km2 (41,096 sq mi). This means Cuba is 43.18% larger than Panama.
As of April 2024, Panama's population is ~4.6 million people - 6,706,795 fewer people than the population of Cuba.
We have highlighted Panama & Cuba’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Panama | Cuba | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 4,592,637 | 11,299,432 | 6.7 million fewer people live in Panama than Cuba |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 138 | 5 | Panama has 133 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Cuba. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 105 | 28 | Panama passport holders can visit 77 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 75 | 88 | Panamanian hosts 13 fewer foreign missions than Cuba. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Cuba travel to Panama in one year?
The number of visitors from Cuba visiting Panama in 2018 was approximately 179.
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Useful Information
- Panama City to Havana: 1332.61 km (828.04 mi)
- Travel time: 2 hours 46 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024