GuamPanama: Visa-free

GuamPanama

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Panama?

Visa-free

No. United States passport holders do not need a visa to visit Panama for tourism for stays of up to 6 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Guam does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a United States passport. See the United States passport.

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

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay6 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance14,524 km, straight line (~17h 35m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Panama163 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Panama passport holders visiting Guam: Visa required.

Other visa-free destinations for United States passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do United States passport holders need a visa for Panama?

No. United States passport holders do not need a visa to visit Panama for tourism for stays of up to 6 months.

How long can United States citizens stay in Panama without a visa?

Up to 6 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Panama from Guam?

About 14,524 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 35m 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.

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.

About Guam

Guam is an organized, unincorporated territory of the United States in the Micronesia subregion of the western Pacific Ocean. Guam's capital is Hagåtña, and the most populous village is Dededo. It is the westernmost point and territory of the United States, reckoned from the geographic center of the U.S. In Oceania, Guam is the largest and southernmost of the Mariana Islands and the largest island in Micronesia. As of September 2026, its population was 170,476. Chamorros are its largest ethnic group, but a minority on the multiethnic island. The territory spans 210 square miles and has a population density of 775 per square mile (299/km2).

CapitalAgana

RegionMicronesia

Population169K

Area549 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesChamorro, English, Spanish

Calling code+1671

Drives on theright

TimezoneGuam (UTC+10)

Nearest airportAntonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM), 5 km

Emergency number911

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$41,833 (2022)

Tourist arrivals328K (2020)

Climate in Agana

Warmest May, coolest February, driest March, sunniest May. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, December.

Monthly climate normals for Agana, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	28.5°C	24.3°C	98mm	326h
February	28.5°C	24.2°C	134mm	299h
March	29.7°C	24.4°C	38mm	346h
April	30.2°C	24.9°C	66mm	356h
May	30.7°C	25.5°C	115mm	362h
June	30.7°C	25.4°C	120mm	356h
July	30.3°C	25°C	253mm	340h
August	30°C	24.8°C	426mm	302h
September	30°C	24.7°C	580mm	276h
October	29.5°C	24.6°C	520mm	260h
November	29.8°C	25.1°C	211mm	301h
December	29.3°C	25.3°C	150mm	317h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Guam is an island in the western Pacific Ocean, about three-quarters of the way from Hawaii to the Philippines. An unincorporated territory of the United States of America, Guam gets most of its visitors from East Asia, especially Japan.

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About Panama

Panama, officially the Republic of Panama, is a country located at the southern end of Central America in North America, bordering South America. It is bordered by Costa Rica to the west, Colombia to the southeast, the Caribbean Sea to the north, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. Its capital and largest city is Panama City, whose metropolitan area is home to nearly half of the country's over 4 million inhabitants.

CapitalPanama City

RegionCentral America

Population4.6M

Area75,417 km²

CurrencyPanamanian balboa, United States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 PAB)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+507

Drives on theright

TimezonePanama (UTC-5)

Nearest airportMarcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC), 5 km

Emergency number103 / 104 / 911

UNESCO sites6

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$19,790 (2025)

Tourist arrivals647K (2020)

Climate in Panama City

Warmest March, coolest November, driest February, sunniest March. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, July, December.

Monthly climate normals for Panama City, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	30.5°C	23.8°C	44mm	330h
February	32°C	24.2°C	9mm	318h
March	32.9°C	23.9°C	16mm	347h
April	31.6°C	24.5°C	90mm	335h
May	30°C	24.9°C	212mm	268h
June	29.1°C	24.2°C	328mm	244h
July	29.2°C	24°C	283mm	250h
August	28.7°C	24.1°C	457mm	213h
September	28.5°C	24°C	295mm	250h
October	28.6°C	24.1°C	291mm	283h
November	27.8°C	24°C	285mm	243h
December	29.5°C	23.6°C	134mm	322h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Panama is a country at the southern end of Central America. The country is known as the "Crossroads of the Americas" due to its location between North and South America. Its name, given by Indigenous peoples, means "abundance of fish," reflecting the country's status as a paradise for water sports lovers and eco-tourists.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Archaeological Site of Panamá Viejo and Historic District of Panamá
Coiba
Darién National Park
Talamanca Range-La Amistad Reserves
The Colonial Transisthmian Route of Panamá
fortifications on the Caribbean Side of Panama: Portobelo-San Lorenzo

Upcoming public holidays

November 3, 2026Separation Day

November 4, 2026Flag Day

November 5, 2026Colón Day

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