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Côte d’IvoirePanama: Visa required

Côte d’IvoirePanama

Do Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Panama?

Visa required

Yes. Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Panama.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: embassyofpanama.org (checked July 19, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-21
    Distance8,326 km, straight line (~10h 18m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Panama163 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Panama passport holders visiting Côte d’Ivoire: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Panama

Côte d’Ivoire passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Côte d’Ivoire passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need a visa for Panama?

Yes. Côte d’Ivoire passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Panama.

How far is Panama from Côte d’Ivoire?

About 8,326 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 18m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Panama?

Panamanian balboa (PAB).

What is the emergency number in Panama?

103 / 104 / 911.

What time zone is Panama in?

Panama (UTC-5).

What is the nearest airport to Panama City?

Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC), about 5 km away.

How many countries can enter Panama without a visa?

163 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Panama visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Côte d’Ivoire passport holders visit without a visa instead of Panama?

Haiti.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.