Any U.S. citizen in Panama requesting travel assistance to return to the United States should send an email to PanamaCityUSCitizen@state.gov View the U.S. Embassy in Panama’s most recent Alerts & Messages Index: Panama-Specific Information COVID-19 Testing COVID-19 Vaccine Information Exit and Entry Requirements Movement Restrictions Quarantine Information Transportation Options Fines for Non-Compliance Consular Operations Local Resources Other Links COVID-19 Information Last updated: 01/22/21 *** Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Event: Updated Regional and Nationwide COVID-19 Restrictions in Panama On January 12, the Government of Panama announced updated regional and national COVID-19 restrictions beginning January 14. Starting January 14, a nationwide curfew is in effect Monday through Friday from 9:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. Additional movement and business restrictions vary by region. Panama and Panama Oeste: Starting January 14, movement restrictions based on …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Due to the extraordinary and unpredictable nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, the February 2021 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) will not be offered in Panama. In lieu of a Panama-based test, you can register for FSOT At-Home Online Proctored Testing (OnVUE) available in February 2021. For more information, test, and registration dates for future FSOTs, please refer …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
The U.S. Embassy in Panama City is currently operating at reduced staffing. Due to new movement and business restrictions imposed by the Ministry of Health, the Consular Section will be closed for routine services through January 15, 2021. The Embassy will be completely closed on January 1, 2021. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Due to new movement and business restrictions imposed by the Ministry of Health, the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama City will be closed for non-emergency services through January 15, 2021. The Embassy will be completely closed on January 1, 2021. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. If you are …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Events: New Regional and Nationwide COVID-19 Restrictions in Panama On December 28, the Government of Panama announced new regional and nationwide restrictions lasting until January 14. Starting January 4, these include a return to movement restrictions based on gender and ID number in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste. Movement and shopping restrictions: From December 28 to December 31, a nationwide curfew remains in effect from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Additionally, shopping in retail establishments is …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Events: New Nationwide Movement, Business, and Alcohol Restrictions in Panama On December 18, the Government of Panama announced expanded nationwide movement and business restrictions between December 18 and January 4. Movement restrictions: From December 18 through January 4, curfew is set from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. From December 23 at 5:00 a.m. through January 4 at …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama City will be closed for routine services from Monday, December 21, 2020 until Monday, January 4, 2021. The Embassy will be completely closed December 24 and 25, 2020, and January 1, 2021. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. If you are an U.S. citizen experiencing an …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Events: New Nationwide Movement, Business, and Alcohol Restrictions in Panama On December 15, the Government of Panama announced new nationwide movement and business restrictions between December 18 and January 4. Movement restrictions: From December 18 through January 4, curfew is set from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Beginning December 18, access to rivers and beaches is forbidden. From December 23 at 5:00 a.m. through January 4 at 5:00 a.m., access to/from beaches and the interior will be restricted. There will be checkpoints in strategic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Events: Movement and Alcohol Restrictions in Panama and Panama Oeste Beginning December 8, movement and alcohol restrictions in the province of Panama changed as follows: Daily curfew is from 9:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. The sale and consumption of alcohol is prohibited during curfew hours. On December 4, movement and alcohol restrictions in the province of Panama Oeste changed as follows: Daily curfew is from 9:00 …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Events: Movement and Alcohol Restrictions in Panama Oeste Beginning December 4, movement and alcohol restrictions in Panama Oeste province are changed as follows: Daily curfew is from 9:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. The sale of alcohol is prohibited from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Additionally, the movement restrictions in place in Sona and Francisco, in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Location: Panama The Government of Panama has declared a State of Environmental Emergency in the provinces of Colon, Darien, and Los Santos and in the comarcas of Guna Yala, Madugandi, Embera, Wouanaan, and Wargandi due to Hurricane Iota. Currently a Category 5 hurricane, Iota is expected to make landfall in Nicaragua and Honduras on Monday …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Events: Movement Restrictions and Closure in Sona and San Francisco Beginning today, November 11, the movement restrictions in Sona and San Francisco, in the province of Veraguas, are changed as follows: Beaches, rivers, and hot springs are closed; Curfew is from 7:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m., Monday through Friday; Sunday quarantine begins at 7:00 p.m. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Location: Chiriqui Province Hurricane Eta has caused significant flooding, mudslides, and road damage in Chiriqui Province, particularly in the Tierras Altas district and towns of Cerro Punta, Paso Ancho, and Volcan. The road from David, Chiriqui to Changuinola, Bocas del Toro has been severely damaged and is currently closed. Panama’s National Civil Protection Agency (SINAPROC) is monitoring the situation on the ground and working to assist individuals in the affected areas. For updated information, please check SINAPROC’s website and social media feeds and continue to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 November, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
On October 26, the State Department changed its Travel Advisory for Panama from Level 4: Do Not Travel to Level 3: Reconsider Travel. The Embassy advises all U.S. citizens to read the full travel advisory at travel.state.gov or on the Embassy webpage at pa.usembassy.gov . The decision to change the Travel Advisory reflects several recent developments related …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Events: Change in Movement Restrictions and Opening of Beaches and Rivers Beginning Saturday, October 24, families will be allowed to gather in groups of seven or fewer at beaches and rivers. Activities at beaches and rivers will only be permitted from 6:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Masks must be worn at all times, except when within your …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Events: Change in Movement Restrictions Beginning Saturday, October 17, the province of Chiriqui and the district of Changuinola in Bocas del Toro will no longer have Saturday quarantine. Curfews will remain unchanged in the rest of Panama. Monday through Friday the curfew starts at 11:00 p.m and is lifted at 5:00 a.m., with quarantine from Saturday at …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events
Events: Additional Economic Reopening, Resumption of Commercial Aviation, and Change in Movement Restrictions Beginning on October 12, curfews will remain unchanged in all of Panama except the provinces of Bocas del Toro, Colon, and Chiriquí. In Bocas del Toro and Chiriqui curfew will be from 7:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with a weekend quarantine from Friday at 7:00 p.m. until Monday at 5:00 a.m. The province of Colon …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ballot. Many states require voted ballots to reach …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Events: Resumption of Routine American Citizen Services and Additional Economic Reopening The U.S. Embassy in Panama will resume scheduling routine American Citizen Services. Staffing is still reduced due to pandemic precautions, and there will be a limited number of interviews scheduled per week. Please go to our website, https://pa.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/, to schedule your appointment. If you need …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: Extension of Airport Closure On September 23, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 19 days through October 11. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. Tocumen International Airport continues to operate as a Humanitarian Mini-Hub. Actions to Take: Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: Changes to Movement Restrictions Beginning September 14 On August 25, the Government of Panama announced plans to reduce movement restrictions and open up additional economic sectors, starting on September 7. The plan is conditional upon meeting certain criteria regarding the control of the COVID-19 pandemic in Panama. On September 7 the Government of Panama opened the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Remembering 9/11 and Announcing Changes to Movement Restrictions Beginning September 14 The American flag is flying at half-staff today. Please take time to watch this video and remember those we lost in the attacks of 9/11. On August 25, the Government of Panama announced plans to reduce movement restrictions and open up additional economic sectors, starting on September …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Remembering 9/11 and Announcing Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The American flag is flying at half-staff today. Please take time to watch this video and remember those we lost in the attacks of 9/11. The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Upcoming Economic Reopening On August 25, the Government of Panama announced plans to reduce movement restrictions and open up additional economic sectors, starting on September 7. The plan is conditional upon meeting certain criteria regarding the control of the COVID-19 pandemic in Panama. For additional details about the plan, visit the website of the Ministry of the Presidency . On September 7 …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Are you living or working outside the States? No matter where you are, you can vote. If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad, you can have your absentee ballots sent to you this election year. Here’s how: Register to vote and request your ballot. Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) and send it to your election office as soon as possible for the General Election …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, President of the United States, Press Releases
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Upcoming Changes to Movement Restrictions On August 25, the Government of Panama announced plans to reduce movement restrictions and open up additional economic sectors, starting on September 7. The plan is conditional upon meeting certain criteria regarding the control of the COVID-19 pandemic in Panama. For additional details about the plan, visit the website of the Ministry of the Presidency . …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report – Closure of Airport Extended On August 21, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights, originally announced on March 26, for an additional 30 days beginning August 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. For additional information about …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present, there are no approved humanitarian flights to the United States. The Embassy is continuing its efforts to identify future flights. However, it is most likely that they will be with the same airlines and the same routes. The Embassy shares information on all confirmed humanitarian flights, but …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders Effective August 24, 2020, The Government of Panama will end the movement restrictions in Panama and Panama Oeste that previously permitted adults to go outside during a two-hour period determined by cedula or passport number. This will now be replaced by a curfew from 7:00pm until 5:00am, Monday through Friday. Sunday remains a day of total …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders The U.S. Embassy in Panama will no longer send regular Health Alerts. Instead we encourage you to read the country-specific travel advisories for Panama, and our COVID-19 Information page. The following information is found on our COVID-19 Information page. Please check this page regularly for updates on the conditions …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
The State Department has lifted the Global Level 4 Travel Advisory and advises all U.S. citizens to read the country-specific Travel Advisories and U.S. Embassy COVID pages for updates on the impact of COVID-19 worldwide. Do not travel to Panama due to COVID-19. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Read the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Are you living or working outside the states? No matter where you are, you can vote. If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad, you can have your absentee ballots sent to you this election year. Here’s how: Register to vote and request your ballot. Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) and send it to your election office as soon as possible for the General …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present, there are no approved humanitarian flights to the United States. The Embassy is continuing its efforts to identify future flights. However, it is most likely that they will be with the same airlines and the same routes. The Embassy shares information on all confirmed humanitarian flights, but …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present, there are no approved humanitarian flights to the United States. The Embassy is continuing its efforts to identify future flights. However, it is most likely that they will be with the same airlines and the same routes. The Embassy shares information on all confirmed humanitarian flights, but …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 30, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 64,191cases of COVID-19. On July 21, the Government of Panama announced total quarantine in the provinces of Bocas del Toro, Colon, and Chiriqui on Saturdays and Sundays. The curfew from Monday through Friday remains from 7pm until 5am. Effective July 17, MINSA established new quarantine hours for the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one approved, upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 23, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 56,817 cases of COVID-19. The Municipality of Arraijan decreed a temporary dry law on weekends, starting July 24. The dry law runs from 7:00pm each Friday and continues until Monday at 5:00am. On July 21, the Government of Panama announced …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 21, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 55,153 cases of COVID-19. On July 21, the Government of Panama announced total quarantine in the provinces of Bocas del Toro, Colon, and Chiriqui on Saturdays and Sundays. The curfew from Monday through Friday remains from 7pm until 5am. Beginning …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified a newly approved humanitarian flight to the United States. Currently, there are three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 19, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 53,468 cases of COVID-19. On July 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger and domestic charter flights, originally announced on March 26, for an additional 30 days beginning July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 16, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 50,373 cases of COVID-19. Beginning July 20 in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste, private sector employees are required to enter their places of employment by no later than 8:00am. Public sector employees are required to enter by no …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report – New Quarantine Measures in Panama and Panama Oeste Provinces and Staggered Work Start Times Nationwide On July 14, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 48,096 cases of COVID-19. Beginning July 20, private sector employees are required to enter their places of employment by no later than 8:00am. Public sector employees …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, all domestic travel arrangements are the sole responsibility of the traveler. The upcoming humanitarian flights …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 9, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 42,216 cases of COVID-19. On July 8, MINSA announced that Green Frog brand alcohol gel has been pulled from the market due to the content of toxic methanol. To report the sale or distribution of this product, call 512-9163 or 512-9170. On June 7, MINSA published a resolution regarding movement restrictions in the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified seven upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel as hotel options may be limited. Once in the United States, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified 10 upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flight numbers CM4963, CM4974, CM4957, CM4955, and CM4982), United Airlines (both flights are number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (all flights are number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 9, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Report from Presidential Advisory Health Council on Panama’s COVID-19 Crisis In the interest of keeping the U.S. citizen community in Panama informed, the U.S. Embassy has translated the report by Panama’s Presidential Advisory Health Council on the COVID-19 crisis. This report was distributed on July 3. We continue to strongly recommend that …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified seven upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flight numbers CM4983 and CM4982), United Airlines (both flights are number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (all flights are number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 8, 9, 10, 14, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flights numbers CM4983 and CM4982), United Airlines (flight number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (flight number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, and 20. There …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified six upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by Copa Airlines (flights numbers CM4983 and CM4982), United Airlines (flight number UA2417), and Spirit Airlines (flight number NK6511). The flights are scheduled for July 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, and 20. There …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On July 2, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 35,237 cases of COVID-19. On June 30, MINSA announced that in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste, the weekend curfew from 5:00 pm on Saturday until 5:00 am on Monday will continue through the month of July. On June …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The other two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The other two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight number UA2417) and are scheduled for July 10 and 17. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. There are no additional confirmed flights with available seats at this time, so if you desire to return to the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On June 25, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 29,037 cases of COVID-19. On June 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The second flight is operated by Spirit Airlines and is scheduled for July 2 (flight number NK6511). There are no …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The second flight is operated by Spirit Airlines and is scheduled for July 2 (flight number NK6511). There are no …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified four upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The three other flights are operated by Spirit Airlines and are scheduled for June 25, July 2, and July 9 …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The first flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM9234) and is scheduled for July 1. The two other flights are operated by Spirit Airlines and are scheduled for July 2 and July 9 (flight number …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 20 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On June 18, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 23,351 cases of COVID-19. On June 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation – Airport Closure Extended On June 17, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through July 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On June 16, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 21,962 cases …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available. The flight is operated by Spirit Airlines (flight number NK 6511) and is scheduled for June 25. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flight is operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flight is operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The flight is operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On June 11, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 18,586 cases of COVID-19. MINSA also announced on June 11 that a health cordon has been declared in the community of Iber-Gun, in the township of Cristobal, Colon Province. Effective June 8, Panama’s National Immigration Service opened and started a 90-day …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. One operated by United Airlines (flight number UA 2417) and is scheduled for June 19, the other is operated by Copa (flight number CM 4982) and is scheduled for June 20. There are no additional flights planned …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two upcoming humanitarian flights with seats available. The two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. There are no additional flights planned at this time, so if you desire …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Three Month Extension of Migratory Status for Foreigners in Panama Panama’s National Immigration Service (SNM) is now open and taking new applications and appointments, but due to rules established by Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA), will only be operating at 25% capacity. Effective today, June 8, SNM started a 90-day period during …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation – Return to Quarantine in Panama Oeste and Panama Provinces On June 7, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 16,425 cases of COVID-19. On June 7, MINSA published a resolution regarding movement restrictions in the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste. These provinces will return to movement restrictions based on gender and ID …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights. The first two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. The third flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM 4982), and is scheduled …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights. The first two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. The third flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM 4982), and is scheduled for June …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation – Return to Quarantine in Panama Oeste and Panama Provinces On June 6, the government announced that the provinces of Panama and Panama Oeste will return to movement restrictions based on gender and ID number, starting on June 8. Gender restrictions allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Men: Tuesday and …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News | Tags: alerts
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified three upcoming humanitarian flights. The first two flights are operated by United Airlines (flight numbers UA 3010 and UA 2417) and are scheduled for June 12 and June 19. The third flight is operated by Copa Airlines (flight number CM 4982), and is scheduled …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation – Extended Curfew in Panama Oeste and Panama Provinces On June 4, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 15,044 cases of COVID-19. This weekend the curfew will be extended for Panama Oeste and Panama provinces. On Saturday, June 6 curfew will begin at 5 p.m. and will last until Monday, June 8 at …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available, operated by Spirit Airlines (flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3. There are not many seats left, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one upcoming humanitarian flight with seats available, operated by Spirit Airlines (flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3. There are not many seats left, so if you desire to return to the United States, it is important to book immediately. Any traveler with …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should carefully plan their onward travel …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation – Starting June 1 Quarantine Ends and Curfew Begins Starting June 1, the quarantine with movement restrictions will end. The quarantine and two-hour movement windows will be replaced by a curfew from 7 pm to 5 am, Monday through Sunday. Children will also be free to move about from 4 pm to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM4050), scheduled for June 10. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation – Starting June 1 Quarantine Ends and Curfew Begins Starting June 1, the quarantine with movement restrictions will end. The quarantine and two-hour movement windows will be replaced by a curfew from 7 pm to 5 am, Monday through Sunday. Children will also be free to move about from 4 pm to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK6511), scheduled for June 3 and June 10. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. Travelers should …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News | Tags: alerts, latest update, message for U.S. citizens, message for us citizens, security update
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 21, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 10,116 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified two additional flights, operated by United Airlines (flight numbers – UA 3014 and UA 2417), scheduled for May 27 and June 3. The flights will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Due to the extraordinary and unpredictable nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, the June 2020 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) has been temporarily postponed. For new test and registration dates for the next FSOT to be offered, please refer to: https://home.pearsonvue.com/fsot Have you ever wanted to become a diplomat for the U.S. government? Here is your opportunity! …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 20 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified an additional flight, operated by Copa Airlines (flight number – CM 4050), scheduled for May 25. The flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Humanitarian Flights Require Approval by the Government of Panama The Embassy is aware that United airlines is offering tickets for a flight on May 27. The Embassy has received no indication that this flight has been approved by the Panamanian government. We will continue to notify U.S. citizens in Panama of all …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 15, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days until June 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On May 15, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 9,268 cases of COVID-19. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 14, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 9,118 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Living across the pond? Working outside the states? No matter where you are, you can vote. If you’re a U.S. citizen living abroad, you can have your absentee ballots sent to you this election year. Here’s how: Register to vote and request your ballot. Fill out the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) and send it to your election office by August 1 (or …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 13, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,944 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 12, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,783 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide movement restrictions, the Embassy encourages everyone to prepare …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 11, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,616 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 10, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,448 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of State …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On May 8, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 9, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,282 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two flights, both operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK 6511), scheduled for May 15 and 19. Each flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On May 8, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 8, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 8,070 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flights The Embassy has identified two flights, both operated by Spirit Airlines (both with the same flight number – NK 6511), scheduled for May 15 and 19. Each flight will have a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On May 7, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 7, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,868 …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 6, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,731 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 5, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,523 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 4, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,387 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On May 3, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,197 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. During the nationwide …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 30, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 2, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 7,090 cases …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 30, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On May 1, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,720 cases …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 30, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 30, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,532 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy has identified one flight, operated by Spirit Airlines (NK 6511), scheduled for May 8 with a limited number of seats available. Any traveler with the appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama is eligible to purchase a ticket. NOTE – There are no other planned flights. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 29, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,378 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 28, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,200 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 27, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 6,021 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 26, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,779 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 23, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 25, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,538 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 23, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 24, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,338 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 23, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 23, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 5,166 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 22, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,992 cases of COVID-19. On April 21, the Municipal Council of the City of Panama passed a new decree stating that anyone leaving their residence must be wearing a mask that covers their nose and mouth. Panamanian National Police and Municipal Police will …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 20, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through May 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On April 21, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,821 cases of COVID-19. MINSA …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 20, the Government of Panama extended the suspension of international commercial passenger flights for an additional 30 days through May 22. The previous exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines remain in place. On April 20, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,658 cases of COVID-19. MINSA …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 19, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,467 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 16, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 18, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,273 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 16, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 17, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,210 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 16, the Government of Panama announced that both Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 16, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 4,016 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 15, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,751 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 14, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,574 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 13, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,472 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders On April 12, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 3,400 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also requires the use of masks, even homemade ones, when in public. On April 1, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report, and Reminders Panama’s President Cortizo announced that both Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 10, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,974 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders Panama’s President Cortizo announced that both Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 9, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2, 752 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: Increased Movement Restrictions, COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders Panama’s President Cortizo announced that both Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, will be full quarantine whereby no one can leave their homes. For now, the inclusion of Saturday only applies to this weekend. On April 8, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,528 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 9 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 7, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,249 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 8 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight At present the Department of State is making every effort to assist U.S. citizens overseas who wish to return to the United States. As the COVID-19 situation develops, our ability to provide such assistance may become more limited or even unavailable. There is no guarantee that the Department …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 6, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 2,100 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy is working on evacuation options via commercially operated humanitarian flights for any qualified traveler with appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There is one flight operated by Spirit Airlines (NK …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 5, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,988 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 4, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,801 cases of COVID-19. MINSA reminds citizens and residents of Panama that staying at home, not touching your face, and washing your hands frequently are the best means of prevention against COVID-19. It also recommends the use of masks, even homemade ones, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Commercial Humanitarian Flight The Embassy is working on evacuation options via commercially operated humanitarian flights for any qualified traveler with appropriate passport/visa to permit entry into the United States who wishes to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There is one flight operated by Spirit Airlines …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminders On April 3, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,673 cases of COVID-19. On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On April 2, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 1,475 cases of COVID-19. On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Cancellation of April 4 and 5 Military Repatriation Flights The two anticipated U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 4 and 5 have been cancelled. The Embassy is not aware of any additional flights currently. The Embassy is exploring other options for evacuation flights. If you want to be considered for future …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Men: Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturday Sunday: …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 4 and 5 with a limited …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On April 1, the government expanded movement restrictions based on gender. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Men: Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturday Sunday: …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are three U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2, 4, and 5 with a …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder On March 30, the government announced expanded movement restrictions based on gender, effective Wednesday, April 1, at 5:00 a.m. Individuals will be permitted to circulate during the same hours determined by ID number as set forth in previous decrees. However, the expanded restrictions only allow for movements as follows: Women: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are three U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 and 4 with a limited number of seats available; we are in the process of notifying individuals who …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 29, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 989 cases of COVID-19. On March 26, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 and 4 with a limited …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 28, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 901 cases of COVID-19. On March 26, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 29 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 and 4 with a limited …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 27, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 786 cases of COVID-19. On March …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 28 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Planned Military Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working on two evacuation options via military flights for those U.S. Citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) accompanying U.S. citizen family members wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There are two U.S. military air flights scheduled for April 2 …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Event: COVID-19 Situation Report and Reminder Hours of circulation during the total quarantine are intended only for essential purchases by one person per household. The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Panama that it is always obligatory to comply with local laws. On March 26, Panama’s Ministry of Health (MINSA) confirmed 674 cases of COVID-19. On March 26, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Event: Nationwide Suspension of Domestic Commercial and Charter Flights On March 26, Panama announced the nationwide suspension of commercial passenger and domestic charter flights, in addition to the March 22 ban on international commercial passenger flights. There are exceptions for cargo, humanitarian, medical supplies, medical evacuation, and vaccines. The Embassy is working on evacuation options via commercial humanitarian and military …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Updated on July 1 U.S. citizens who are considering returning to the United States should work with their airlines to make travel arrangements while flights are still available. In case commercial transportation options cease to be available, we are compiling a list of persons seeking to leave Panama. Please enroll in STEP https://step.state.gov/step/ and also fill out …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Possible Repatriation Flights The Embassy is working to find evacuation options via commercial humanitarian and military flights for those U.S. Citizens wishing to depart Panama. There are no guarantees of these flights or the space available. There is a U.S. military air flight scheduled for March 30 with a very limited number of seats available; …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Panama Event: Nationwide Movement Restrictions Beginning March 25, 2020 Panama has enacted nationwide movement restrictions, also being referred to as quarantine, beginning Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 5:01 am. The movement restrictions will include regular windows of time for people to grocery shop, get medicines, or deal with medical emergencies based on the last digit of their cedula number or passport if an individual …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Expansion of Nationwide Curfew Hours Effective Tuesday, March 24, The Government of Panama will expand a nationwide curfew from the current times of 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Decree 504 establishes that people who break health regulations and quarantines will receive fines between $50,000 to $100,000, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Nationwide Movement Restrictions The Embassy received notice that Panama may enact nationwide movement restrictions at some point in the near future. As of now, the movement restrictions are not in effect, and we do not know when it will happen. However, it could be at any time. We are working to get more …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Three humanitarian flights to Houston operated by United will depart from Tocumen International Airport March 23 and 24, 2020. The U.S. Embassy in Panama City has been informed that United Airlines will operate the following humanitarian flights, which will depart from Tocumen International Airport and go to Houston, Texas. Please contact United Airlines …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Effective at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, Panama will suspend all commercial flights into and out of Panama. The Government of Panama enacted a nationwide curfew from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. On Thursday, March 19, the U.S. Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory. In light of the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 22 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Notification
Location: Panama Event: Effective at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, Panama will suspend all commercial flights into and out of Panama. On Thursday, March 19, the U.S. Department of State issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory. On March 19, the Panamanian government announced that all commercial flights into and out of Panama will be suspended …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: Effective tonight, March 18, there will be an indefinite nationwide curfew between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. On March 17, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 86 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: On March 16, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 69 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. Panama …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 15, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 55 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening and …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 12, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 27 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 11, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced 14 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has implemented enhanced screening, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 10, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced eight confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Panama. The government of Panama has …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Panama City, Panama (March 10, 2020) Location: Panama Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Corona virus (COVID-19), first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 9, the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced the first …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 10 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Colon, Panama Update: The prohibition on travel of U.S. Embassy personnel to Colon has been lifted. Please continue exercising normal precautions in Panama. Remember some areas have increased risks. Do NOT travel to parts of the Mosquito Gulf and Darien. To read the complete Panama travel advisory on Travel.State.Gov, please select the following link …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Colon, Panama Event: La Alianza Causa Justa Colon is advertising two days of protests in the Colon area, February 3-4. There is a likelihood of civil unrest and an increase in violent criminal activity typically associated with these types of protests. These protests will include the closure of major roads in/around the city. U.S. …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 31 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 24 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Colon, Panama Update: The prohibition on travel of U.S. Embassy personnel to Colon has been lifted. Please continue exercising normal precautions in Panama. Remember some areas have increased risks. Do NOT travel to parts of the Mosquito Gulf and Darien. To read the complete Panama travel advisory on Travel.State.Gov , please select the following link …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 17 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Social Security Services and other Federal Benefits Panama City – February 3-7, 2020 The U.S. Embassy in Panama is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Panama City to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits. Where: Center …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 14 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Colon, Panama Event: Civil unrest is occurring in the northern city of Colon following protests related to high unemployment rates, affordable housing, community revitalization, and insecurity. Protesters blocked city streets in approximately six locations throughout the city of Colon, preventing vehicular traffic from entering the city from the highway and halting traffic within the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Panama, January 6, 2020 Location: Panama Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Panama City, Panama Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place on December 20, 2019, beginning at 8:00am. The group intends to protest on the 30-year anniversary of Operation Just Cause. Note – Access on and off the Embassy compound will be restricted during the demonstration and the Consular Section will be closed to the …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 19 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama City will be closed for routine services from Monday, December 23, 2019 through Friday, January 3, 2020. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. If you are an U.S. citizen experiencing an emergency, please contact us via email at Panama-ACS@state.gov or …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Temporary Holiday Schedule Change The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Panama City will be closed for routine services from Monday, December 23, 2019 through Friday, January 3, 2020. Emergency services for U.S. citizens and emergency visa services will still be available. If you are an U.S. citizen experiencing an emergency, please contact us …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 5 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert, News
U.S. Embassy Panama American Citizen Services Unit Outreach in Coronado Consul James P. O’Brien and U.S. Embassy Panama’s American Citizens Services (ACS) staff will visit Coronado on Wednesday, October 09, 2019. The Consul will host a Town Hall to introduce himself, answer questions, and to hear about your experiences as U.S. citizens living in Coronado from 11:00am-11:30am …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 1 October, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The U.S. Embassy in Panama is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Panama City to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Where: Center for English Language Immersion (CELI) – Via España, Edificio Cromos, First Floor. When: August 19, 20, 21 and 22 from 8 am to 4 pm …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 6 August, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Consul General Landon Taylor and U.S. Embassy Panama’s American Citizens Services (ACS) staff will visit Isla Colón, Bocas Del Toro on Thursday, June 6, 2019. The Consul General will host a Town Hall to introduce himself, answer questions, and to hear about your experiences as U.S. citizens living in Bocas del Toro from 10am-11am in the meeting room …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 16 May, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The U.S. Embassy in Panama is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Panama City to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits. Where: Center for English Language Immersion (CELI) – Via España, Edificio Cromos, First Floor. When: May 13, 14, 15, and 16 from 8 …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
Location: Loma Yuca, Santa Catalina District, Comarca Ngäbe Buglé (Bocas del Toro, Chiriqui, Veraguas), Panama Event: On February 1, 2019 the Panamanian Ministry of Health announced that Panama is experiencing an outbreak of whooping cough (Pertussis). As of January 31, 2019, the Ministry reports a total of 81 cases, with nine confirmed deaths. All of …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Your Vote Counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 12 October, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Expired – Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Panama City, Panama (March 13, 2018) Location: North of “Calle 16”, Colon, Panama Event: Criminal elements are clashing with Panamanian National Police and blocking streets, setting fire to tires and buildings, and gunfire has been reported. U.S. Embassy Panama has prohibited the travel of all Embassy personnel to …
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 13 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Due to the National Holiday declared by President Varela, the Embassy will be closed on October 11, 2017. The Embassy will resume its normal schedule on October 12, 2017.
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By U.S. Embassy Panama City | 11 October, 2017 | Topics: Alert, News