Category: Diplomatic / Official Visa
Overview: The Panama Diplomatic / Official Visa is issued to accredited foreign diplomats, consular officers, and officials of international organizations stationed in Panama, along with their immediate family members. It grants specific privileges and immunities under international law.
Eligibility: Applicants must be officially appointed diplomats, consular officers, or international organization staff, holding a diplomatic/official passport, and have an official note verbale from their sending authority.
Processing Time: ~15 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: No
Path to Citizenship: No
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://mire.gob.pa/
Summary: This visa is for foreign diplomats and official personnel accredited to Panama. Key eligibility requires an official appointment and diplomatic passport, offering legal status and privileges for the duration of their official mission.