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Vietnam Embassy in Panama City
The Embassy of Vietnam in Panama City offers official consular services for Panamanian citizens and foreign residents in Panama, including visa processing, passport renewals, document authentication, and support for Vietnamese citizens residing or traveling in the country.
Embassy contact information
Address: | Esquinacalle 50 Y 53, St. George Bank Building, Piso 2Nd, Ciudad De Panama |
Phone: | (507) 264 2551 |
Fax: | (507) 265 6056 |
Email: | convietnam@cwpanama.net OR embavinapa@cwpanama.net |
Website: | www.mofa.gov.vn/vnemb.india/vnemb.pa/nr070701083241/ |
Office hours
Date | Operating hours | Notes |
---|---|---|
Today (Saturday, July 12, 2025) | Closed | |
Sunday (July 13, 2025) | Closed | |
Monday (July 14, 2025) | 08:30 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | No public holiday |
Tuesday (July 15, 2025) | 08:30 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | No public holiday |
Wednesday (July 16, 2025) | 08:30 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | No public holiday |
Thursday (July 17, 2025) | 08:30 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | No public holiday |
Friday (July 18, 2025) | 08:30 - 12:00 - 13:30 - 17:00 | No public holiday |
Location map
Located at Esquinacalle 50 Y 53, St. George Bank Building, Piso 2Nd, Ciudad De Panama. Use the map below for directions and nearby landmarks.
Nearest airport: Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (4.12 km)
How to apply for a Vietnam visa in Panama City
Foreign nationals in Panama City can obtain a visa through one of the following three methods:
E-Visa (Recommended)
Apply online at: https://evisa.gov.vn
- Valid for tourism, business, short visits
- Single or multiple entry (up to 90 days)
- Entry by air, land, or sea
- Processing time: 3–5 working days
- Official fee: USD 25–50 (~ PAB 25-50)
Suitable for most travelers including Panamanian passport holders.
Visa at the Embassy in Panama City
Required for:
- Work visa (LD/DN)
- Student visa (DH)
- Investor, long-term, or official visa
Steps:
- Contact consular section via www.mofa.gov.vn/vnemb.india/vnemb.pa/nr070701083241/
- Prepare passport, photos, visa form, invitation letter (if required)
- Submit in person at the embassy
- Pay visa fee (varies by type)
Processing time: 3–7 business days
Visa on Arrival (Air travelers only)
- Requires pre-approval letter from a visa agency
- Get visa stamped at Vietnamese airport
- Not valid for land or sea entry
- Requires cash payment of stamping fee upon arrival (USD 25–50 ~ PAB 25-50)
Visa option comparison
Method | Entry Type | Validity | Processing Time | Best For |
---|---|---|---|---|
E-Visa | Air/Land/Sea | Up to 90 days | 3–5 working days | Tourists, business travelers |
Embassy Visa | All types | Flexible | 5–7 days | Work, student, long-term |
Visa on Arrival | Air only | Flexible | 1–3 days + arrival wait | Emergency travel or agency assistance |
Other consular services
The embassy also provides the following services:
- Vietnamese passport issuance/renewal
- 5-year visa exemption certificate (for overseas Vietnamese living in Panama City)
- Legalization and authentication of documents
- Notarization services
Upcoming office closures
Please be advised that the Embassy of Vietnam in Panama City may observe closures on the following holidays. It is recommended to contact the embassy in advance to confirm their hours of operation.
Holiday | Date |
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Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
Independence Day | Nov. 3, 2025 |
Colon Day | Nov. 5, 2025 |
Shout in Villa de los Santos | Nov. 10, 2025 |
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