As of September 12, 2022, for a period of three (3) months. The National Migration Service informs its users and publishes in general the new provisions established by Executive Decree No. 86 of September 9, 2022. The Decree exempts Cuban citizens traveling to Cuba from the requirement to obtain a passenger or crew visa; also […]

23/09 – 25/09 at the Asia World Expo Hong Kong The Consulate General of Panama in Hong Kong participated in the event “Belt & Road National Art & Culture Expo Incorporating The 4th Hong Kong International Arts & Collectibles Expo 2022” showcasing Panama’s Culture and Art.

The Panama Ship Registry has grown in tonnage by 9.6%, adding 20.4M GT between July 2019 when the current administration took over, and July 2022 (as of today) with a total tonnage of 239.4M GT. The Panamanian fleet is composed of 8,587 vessels at July 2022, according to IHS Markit.

A partir del 1 de agosto de 2022, los certificados con formato amarillo quedaran obsoletos.

Nineteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties | CITES | COP 19 to be hosted in Panama from 14 to 25 of November

The Panama Maritime Authority, through the General Directorate of Merchant Marine, presents an award of outstanding 2021 PSC performance to Fleet Management Limited Hong Kong for keeping the numbers of excellency in PSC inspection that placed it among the Top Performers. Management companies play an important role in keeping the Panamanian fleet’s performance according to […]

“Panama has long been a critical link between continents, helping Latin America to bridge north and south – just as our New Economy platform is working to do. We look forward to hosting discussions there with senior business and government leaders that will help shape a more modern global economy.”

The Visa for Passengers or Crew in Transit is established as a requirement for foreign citizens of Cuban nationality who travel in transit through the Republic of Panama, to another destination or return to their country, for a period of three (3) months.

Due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) cases in Hong Kong, the Consulate has reduced it’s business hours.

The Consulate will keep providing the essential services at a reduced capacity and only through prior appointment.