Panamanian visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is NOT required for South Korean passport holders visiting Panama for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For South Korean citizens to enter Panama for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Panama e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Panama visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Panama tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean 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 South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Panama nearest your place of residence.
- Busan: The Embassy of Panama in Busan, South Korea (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 51 minutes)
- Seoul: The Embassy of Panama in Seoul, South Korea (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 51 minutes)
Panama visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Panama diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Panama from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 81,055 | N/A |
| 2009 | 78,000 | -3.77% |
| 2010 | 86,060 | 10.33% |
| 2011 | 95,745 | 11.25% |
| 2012 | 104,390 | 9.03% |
| 2013 | 107,770 | 3.24% |
| 2014 | 113,425 | 5.25% |
| 2015 | 137,150 | 20.92% |
| 2016 | 124,865 | -8.96% |
| 2017 | 119,795 | -4.06% |
| 2018 | 116,025 | -3.15% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Panama & South Korea comparison
Panama's area is approximately 74,340 km2 (28,702 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 30.79% larger than Panama.
As of May 2024, Panama's population is ~4.6 million people - 46,861,117 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Panama & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Panama | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 4,592,637 | 51,453,754 | 46.9 million fewer people live in Panama than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 138 | 183 | Panama has 45 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 105 | 138 | Panama passport holders visit 33 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 75 | 129 | Panamanian hosts 54 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Panama in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Panama in 2018 was approximately 116,025.
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Useful Information
- Panama City to Seoul: 21033.74 km (13069.75 mi)
- Travel time: 43 hours 49 minutes
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