JordanPanama: Visa required

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Do Jordan passport holders need a visa for Panama?

Visa required

Yes. Jordan 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 of2026-10-19

Distance11,798 km, straight line (~14h 23m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Panama163 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Panama passport holders visiting Jordan: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Panama

Jordan passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Jordan passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Jordan passport holders need a visa for Panama?

Yes. Jordan passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Panama.

How far is Panama from Jordan?

About 11,798 km in a straight line, roughly ~14h 23m 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 Jordan passport holders visit without a visa instead of Panama?

Ecuador, 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.

About Jordan

Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia. Jordan is bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, and both Israel and Palestine to the west. The Jordan River, flowing into the Dead Sea, is located along the country's western border within the Jordan Rift Valley. Jordan has a small coastline along the Red Sea in its southwest, separated by the Gulf of Aqaba from Egypt. Amman is the country's capital and largest city, as well as the most populous city in the Levant.

CapitalAmman

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area89,342 km²

CurrencyJordanian dinar (1 USD ≈ 0.71 JOD)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+962

Drives on theright

TimezoneAmman (UTC+3)

Nearest airportMarka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), 7 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites8

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,348 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.2M (2020)

Climate in Amman

Warmest September, coolest January, driest June, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September, October.

Monthly climate normals for Amman, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.5°C	4.3°C	126mm	250h
February	11.8°C	5.3°C	87mm	265h
March	16.2°C	7.8°C	171mm	320h
April	19.7°C	10.2°C	24mm	363h
May	26.5°C	15°C	43mm	396h
June	28.8°C	17°C	0mm	397h
July	32.9°C	20.8°C	0mm	411h
August	31.3°C	19.9°C	0mm	399h
September	34°C	22.6°C	0mm	347h
October	28.9°C	18°C	1mm	337h
November	17.8°C	11.2°C	79mm	286h
December	14.6°C	7.5°C	21mm	277h

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

Jordan is an Arab kingdom in the Middle East, at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe. It has been repeatedly called an "oasis of stability" in the Middle East. Since the 1940s, millions have immigrated to Jordan for a better life. With an extensive collection of tourist attractions, ranging from biblical sites to seaside sites, there is a lot to see and do in Jordan.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Al Maghtas
Aqaba Marine Reserve
Petra
Qasr Amra
Salt
Umm ar-Rasas
Umm el-Jimal
Wadi Rum

Full source list on About.

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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