America > Panama: Covid-19 and Travel
Present Situation
Total cases: 1 millions
Active cases: 1 538
Recovered: 1 millions
Deaths: 8 589
Vaccination count: 3.5 millions
Current trend: Declining
Data updated on 2023-01-22
Summary of the situation
Not Required
Masks are required in enclosed public places
Provisions for travellers
Entry to the territory: Allowed
Visitors from all countries are welcome to visit Panama.
All restrictions or requirements around COVID-19 have been lifted. No need to present negative test results, vaccination scheme or declaration form.
Tests: Not Required
Quarantine: No
Not Required
Information updated on 2023-03-16.
Action taken in the country
Lockdown: Partial
The current nationwide nightly 22:00-04:00 curfew will be scaled back to 00:00-04:00. Essential services, critical transportation, and international travelers are exempt from the curfew.
Bars may reopen if serving on outdoor terraces. The public may attend outdoor sporting events at 25 percent capacity. More generally, nonessential businesses will be permitted to open until 23:00. The weekend lockdown in Changuinola district in Bocas del Toro Province will be lifted effective April 17.
Authorities had previously eased other measures under the COVID-19 recovery plan. Cinemas, casinos, and recreational sports fields have reopened at reduced operating capacity. Following this, most nonessential commercial and recreational establishments would have been permitted to reopen subject to strict operation protocols, except for nightclubs and private parties and shows. Other measures remain unchanged. Alcohol may only be served as an accompaniment to meals at restaurants. Access to beaches, rivers, and swimming pools is permitted 06:00-17:00 daily.
All businesses are required to comply with strict sanitation, hygiene, and social distancing protocols, including ensuring that staff and customers use protective facemasks and maintain at least 2 meters (6.5 feet) between each other. Work-related gatherings are to be limited to no more than 25 people. To avoid crowds on public transportation, officials introduced a staggered schedule for work start times; construction workers will start at 07:00, private companies at 08:00, and public servants from 09:00.
Mask use
Masks are required in enclosed public places
Gatherings: Allowed
Allowed under covid restrictions
Restaurants and bars: Open with restrictions
Shops: Open
Tourist attractions: Open
