Panamanian visa for New Zealand citizens
A visa is NOT required for New Zealand passport holders visiting Panama for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For New Zealand citizens to enter Panama for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Panama e-visa for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Panama visa on arrival for New Zealand citizens | Not Available | |
Panama tourist visa requirements:
- Holding New Zealand passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Panama.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Panama.
If you are looking for Panama visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from New Zealand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Panama nearest your place of residence.
- Auckland: The Consulate General of Panama in Auckland, New Zealand (Working hours: Close now)
Panama visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Panama diplomatic mission offices to New Zealand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from New Zealand traveling to Panama from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (New Zealand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,069 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,037 | -2.99% |
| 2010 | 1,090 | 5.11% |
| 2011 | 1,006 | -7.71% |
| 2012 | 1,048 | 4.17% |
| 2013 | 1,027 | -2.00% |
| 2014 | 1,027 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 1,059 | 3.12% |
| 2016 | 1,080 | 1.98% |
| 2017 | 1,080 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,080 | 0.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Panama & New Zealand comparison
Panama's area is approximately 74,340 km2 (28,702 sq mi), while the area of New Zealand is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi). This means New Zealand is 3.54 times bigger than Panama.
As of May 2024, Panama's population is ~4.6 million people - 387,765 fewer people than the population of New Zealand.
We have highlighted Panama & New Zealand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Panama | New Zealand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 4,592,637 | 4,980,402 | 387765 fewer people live in Panama than New Zealand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 138 | 72 | Panama has 66 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with New Zealand. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 105 | 135 | Panama passport holders visit 30 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 75 | 115 | Panamanian hosts 40 fewer foreign missions than New Zealand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from New Zealand travel to Panama in one year?
The number of visitors from New Zealand visiting Panama in 2018 was approximately 1,080.
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| Wind | 7.2 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 02:21 AM | |
Useful Information
- Panama City to Wellington: 26040.42 km (16180.76 mi)
- Travel time: 54 hours 15 minutes
This page was last updated on: May 2024