🇵🇦 Is Panama safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Panama: 25 diplomatic missions from 25 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Nov 14, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Panama
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Follow instructions from local authorities and expect aftershocks
- Passport must be valid more than three months and in good condition, or entry is systematically refused
- Return or onward ticket and proof of over USD 500 per person, in cash or a stamped bank letter; plain statements are not accepted
- Adult travellers must complete a sworn customs declaration
Risk areas and situations
- A strong earthquake, preliminary magnitude 7.6, struck on 9 Oct 2026 about 39 km west of Tonosí; damage is still being assessed
- Tsunami warnings have been lifted, but people on the coast should stay alert and move away from the shoreline if told to
- Travel with caution
Health
- Dengue alert declared in Panama, Panama Oeste and Colón; take care to avoid mosquito bites
Emergency numbers in Panama
Embassies and consulates in Panama
25 diplomatic missions from 25 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Ancón |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇧🇧 Barbados | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Panama City |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 1 | Panama City |
…and 13 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Panama is Spanish. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Spanish, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Panama safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Panama is 1.5/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Nov 14, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Panama?
The general emergency number in Panama is 911. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Panama?
Telcomia tracks 25 diplomatic missions from 25 countries in Panama, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.