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Here are some crucial facts to know before you set out on your Panama itinerary:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Panama Visa Requirement for Indians | Mandatory |
| Visa Application Fee | Starts from USD 50 (INR 4,237) |
| Is Travel Insurance Required for Panama? | Not mandatory |
| Currency | US Dollars, 1 USD = INR 84.51 |
| Main Airports | Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (EIS) |
| Time Zone | Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4) |
| Best Travel Seasons | Winter to Spring (December to April) |
It is not mandatory to get travel insurance for Panama trip. But with it, you can remain secure against several mishaps. Here are some benefits of taking travel insurance for travelling to Panama:
You can take a look at the following options and choose the ideal travel insurance plan for Panama:
| Coverage Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Trip/Flight Delay/Disruption | It covers additional expenses such as food, lodging, or alternative travel plans resulting from unforeseen trips or aircraft delays. |
| COVID-19 Cover | Includes medical bills and travel cancellation charges associated with COVID-19. |
| Policy Extension | Allows policy extension if your journey is unexpectedly extended due to an emergency, assuring continuous coverage with no gaps. |
| Evacuation and Repatriation | Travel insurance covers urgent medical evacuations or repatriation to your home country during a crisis. |
| Cashless Hospitalisation | Travel insurance provides smooth care by paying medical expenditures directly at network hospitals, easing financial stress during an emergency overseas. |
You can pick the following add-ons for your Indian travel insurance for Panama to extend coverage:
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to buy international travel insurance for Panama online.

If you need to make a travel insurance claim for Panama, you can do so by following the steps below.

It is mandatory to have a valid visa to visit Panama. Proof of economic solvency is also mandatory (no less than USD 500, approximately INR 42,373). All documents must be translated into Spanish before submission. Here is how you can apply for a Panama visa:
The Panama visa processing time may be around 30 business days; hence, you must make travel plans and chalk out your Panama itinerary accordingly.
Travel insurance for Panama allows you to enjoy the country's numerous attractions stress-free. Here are some must-see destinations that should be on your Panama itinerary:

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IFFCO Tokio
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* Price shown is for a 30 day trip to Panama with 50,000 dollar coverage for an adult of age 25 years