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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Panama citizens need a visa for China?

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Panama citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Panama vs China: passport comparison

Panama

88

visa-free countries

Global rank: #68 · mobility 144.1

China

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #112 · mobility 97.5
23

countries both Panama and China can enter visa-free together

Panama + China: passport compatibility

48%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Panama and China travel together — by entry type:

23 both visa-free
24 both visa on arrival
25 both e-visa / eTA
23 both need a visa
102 access differs

Where Panama and China can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Panama → China

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Panama → China rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

14passports gained easier entry to China
0passports saw China tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Panama passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

China: good to know

Beijing

Capital

Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Currency

China Standard Time (UTC+8)

Time zone

+86

Calling code

A, C, I

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Panama goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for China

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Panama citizens need a visa for China?
Panama citizens need a visa to enter China. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Panama or China?
The Panama passport is stronger: 88 visa-free countries versus 43. Global rank: Panama #68, China #112.
Where can Panama and China citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 23 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for China?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Panama and China?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Panama passport ranking

Where else the Panama passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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