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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.    …

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 …

  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 …

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 …

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 .     …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.  …

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. …

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. …

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. …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.  …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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, …

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, …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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, …

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, …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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:  …

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:  …

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  …

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, …

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, …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …