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===Background=== | ===Background=== | ||
| - | + | Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (Spanish: República de Panamá), is the southernmost country of [[Central America]]. Situated on an isthmus, some categorize it as a transcontinental nation connecting the north and south part of America. It is bordered by [[Costa Rica]] to the north-west, [[Colombia]] to the south-east, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. It is an international business center and is also a transit country. Although Panama is also the third largest economy in [[Central America]], after [[Guatemala]] and [[Costa Rica]], it has the largest expenditure on resource consumption, making the country the largest consumer in [[Central America]] | |
Regional cruising/sailing notes? | Regional cruising/sailing notes? | ||
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===Charts=== | ===Charts=== | ||
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area. | Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area. | ||
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===Special Navigation Notes=== | ===Special Navigation Notes=== | ||
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===Local Radio Nets=== | ===Local Radio Nets=== | ||
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===Arrival/Departure procedures=== | ===Arrival/Departure procedures=== | ||
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===Cruiser's Friends=== | ===Cruiser's Friends=== | ||
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family". | Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family". | ||
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===References & Publications=== | ===References & Publications=== | ||
Revision as of 16:18, 28 September 2008
Panama
| Panama | |
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| Capital: | Panama City |
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| Language: | Spanish |
| Currency: | Balboa |
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Background
Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (Spanish: República de Panamá), is the southernmost country of Central America. Situated on an isthmus, some categorize it as a transcontinental nation connecting the north and south part of America. It is bordered by Costa Rica to the north-west, Colombia to the south-east, the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. It is an international business center and is also a transit country. Although Panama is also the third largest economy in Central America, after Guatemala and Costa Rica, it has the largest expenditure on resource consumption, making the country the largest consumer in Central America
Regional cruising/sailing notes?
Climate & Weather
Submit the climate & general weather details?
Sources of weather forecasting:
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
Arrival/Departure procedures
The port authority will issue a cruising permit (valid for 3 months) when you arrive. If you are planning to proceed to the San Blas Islands after transiting the Canal you must ensure that you obtain a cruising permit for the islands and make sure that this is noted on the clearance document when checking out from Panama.
Immigration, Visas & Customs
Immigration
All arrivals require a Tourist card, except for nationals from The United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Austria, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Finland, Honduras, Switzerland and Uruguay. The Tourist card is free if obtained in advance and cost US$5 if obtained on arrival in Panama.
Visas are required (at no charge) if issued to nationals of Colombia, Denmark, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway and the USA. These visas are valid 30 days from the date of entry and must be used within 3 months of issue. Extensions are possible for another 60 days. Pre-authorisation to acquire a visa is required from Immigration in Panama for nationals of most East European, African and Asian countries. Arriving without a visa will raise a charge of US$11. In the US, visas can be obtained from the Panamanian Consulate in Tampa, Florida - Ph: 813-229-6860.
Note: As from October 1, 2008, everyone (boaters included) entering Panama from Venezuela, Colombia or Costa Rica, etc., (or any country on the W.H.O. list of countries at risk of Yellow Fever transmission), or leaving Panama for Colombia, etc., will be required to have had a Yellow Fever vaccination at least 10 days prior to entering/leaving the country.
Customs
Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival and will be held in custody until your departure.
PETS: Dogs require health and anti-rabies certificates and must not be allowed ashore. Cats and other animals must have health certificates.
Health
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required. Anti-malarial prophylaxis is recommended.
Security
Details?
Ports & Popular Stops
Also see PANAMA CANAL
- Caribbean Coast
- Almirante (Port of entry)
- Bocas del Toro (Port of entry)
- Chiriqui Grande (Port of entry)
- Cristobel (Colon) (Port of entry)
- Pacific Coast
- Balboa (Port of entry)
- Boca Chica
- Cebaco Island
- Mensabe (Port of entry)
- Pedregal (Port of entry)
- Las Perlas
Offshore Islands
- San Blas Islands
- Porvenir (Port of entry)
- Rio Diabolo (Port of entry)
Cruiser's Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
Links to CruiserLog Forum discussions
Links to discussions on the CruiserLog Forum
External Links
Submit useful website links for the region
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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