SomaliaPanama: Visa required

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Do Somalia passport holders need a visa for Panama?

Visa required

Yes. Somalia 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

Distance13,781 km, straight line (~16h 43m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Panama163 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Panama passport holders visiting Somalia: e-Visa.

Visa-free alternatives near Panama

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

Haiti

Other visa-free destinations for Somalia passport holders

See all Somalia destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Somalia passport holders need a visa for Panama?

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

How far is Panama from Somalia?

About 13,781 km in a straight line, roughly ~16h 43m 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 Somalia 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.

About Somalia

Somalia, officially the Federal Republic of Somalia, is the easternmost country in continental Africa. Stretching across the Horn of Africa, it borders Ethiopia to the west, Djibouti to the northwest, Kenya to the southwest, the Gulf of Aden to the north, and the Indian Ocean to the east. Somalia has the longest coastline on Africa's mainland. Somalia has an estimated population over 19 million, of which 2.7 million live in the capital and largest city, Mogadishu. As one of Africa's most ethnically homogeneous countries, around 85% of its residents are ethnic Somalis. The official and national language of the country is Somali, and Arabic is recognised as a second language. The overwhelming majority of the population are Sunni Muslims.

CapitalMogadishu

RegionEastern Africa

Population19.7M

Area637,657 km²

CurrencySomali shilling (1 USD ≈ 571.43 SOS)

LanguagesArabic, Somali

Calling code+252

Drives on theright

TimezoneMogadishu (UTC+3)

Nearest airportAden Adde International Airport (MGQ), 7 km

Emergency number555 / 888 / 999

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$661 (2025)

Climate in Mogadishu

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

Monthly climate normals for Mogadishu, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.9°C	24.5°C	8mm	361h
February	31.5°C	24.4°C	2mm	335h
March	31.7°C	25.7°C	21mm	364h
April	31.3°C	25.9°C	93mm	349h
May	29.5°C	25.3°C	69mm	361h
June	27.9°C	24.5°C	81mm	333h
July	26.8°C	23.4°C	122mm	338h
August	26.5°C	23.1°C	84mm	358h
September	27.8°C	23.6°C	37mm	351h
October	29.1°C	24.7°C	29mm	345h
November	29.3°C	24.3°C	77mm	338h
December	31°C	24.1°C	11mm	367h

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

Somalia is a country on the Horn of Africa. Once the centre of many powerful sultanates and an Italian colony, the country has been in a state of chaos and turmoil since the 1980s. The country suffers from a myriad of social problems such as warfare, terrorism, corruption, political instability, and general lawlessness, and it isn't exactly your typical family destination.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

May 1, 2027Labour Day

June 26, 2027Independence Day

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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