Find official contact details, opening hours and consular services for the Embassy of Panama in Berlin, Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Wichmannstraße 6, 10787 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 22 60 58 11 |
| Fax | +49 30 22 60 58 12 |
| embpanamaalemania@mire.gob.pa | |
| Website | www.botschaft-panama.de |
| Social Media | Facebook · X · Instagram |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Vladimir Adolfo Franco Sousa, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
Below are the official opening hours of thr Embassy of Panama in Berlin. Visitors are advised to verify current opening times before planning their visit.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 – 13:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 13:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 13:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 13:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 13:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours may change on public holidays. Always verify before your visit.
Location of the Embassy
The map above shows exact the location of the embassy. Plan your route in advance and check local transport options.
About the Panama Embassy in Berlin
The Panama Embassy in Berlin represents the Republic of Panama in Germany and supports bilateral relations between Panama and Germany. Its work includes political dialogue, economic relations, trade promotion, cultural exchange and consular affairs.
Germany and Panama have maintained diplomatic relations since 1951. Today, cooperation is particularly important in areas such as trade, investment, renewable energy and sustainable development.
Panama is an important regional business and logistics hub in Central America, while Germany is a major European trading and investment partner. German companies are active in Panama in sectors including transport, logistics, services and industry.
Visa Information
Panamanian citizens do not need a visa for short visits to Germany. They may normally stay in Germany and the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for purposes such as tourism, family visits or business.
Longer stays for purposes such as employment, study or family reunification require the appropriate German national visa or residence permit. These applications are handled by the German Embassy in Panama City.
German citizens do not need a visa for stays in Panama of up to 90 days. Travellers must nevertheless meet the applicable entry conditions, including holding an appropriate travel document and being able to show a return or onward ticket and sufficient financial means.
Longer stays, employment and residence require the appropriate Panamanian immigration authorisation. Travellers planning an extended stay should therefore contact the responsible Panamanian authorities or the Embassy in Berlin before departure.
Consular Services
The consular section of the Panamanian Embassy in Berlin provides a range of services for Panamanian citizens and handles selected administrative matters relating to Panama.
- Panamanian passport applications and renewals
- Consular registration
- Birth registration and civil-status matters
- Document authentication and legalisation-related services
- Signature certifications
- Selected powers of attorney and declarations
- Visa applications for travellers who require a Panamanian visa
- Emergency consular assistance for Panamanian citizens
Several procedures that do not require the applicant's physical presence can be handled by post. Where personal attendance is necessary, applicants must arrange a prior appointment with the consular section.
The embassy does not issue apostilles for Panamanian documents. Apostille procedures are handled through the competent authorities in Panama.
Appointments
The Panamanian Embassy in Berlin currently operates its consular services by appointment when personal attendance is required.
The embassy states that appointments can be arranged by email or telephone. This applies particularly to procedures requiring the applicant's presence, including signature-related matters and passport services.
Passport renewal or issuance appointments are currently arranged directly with the embassy. Other procedures that do not require personal attendance may instead be completed by post.
Diplomatic Missions between Panama and Germany
Panama's principal diplomatic representation in Germany is the Embassy of the Republic of Panama in Berlin.
Panama also operates a Consulate General in Hamburg, which is responsible for Hamburg, Bremen, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein.
In addition, Panama currently maintains Honorary Consuls in Bremen, Dresden and Munich. These honorary representations provide a more limited range of services than the embassy or Consulate General.
Germany is represented in Panama by the German Embassy in Panama City. Its diplomatic and consular district covers the whole country and it provides the full range of German consular and visa services.
Germany additionally maintains an Honorary Consul in David, serving the province of Chiriquí under the supervision of the German Embassy in Panama City.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Panamanian Embassy in Berlin
Do Panamanian citizens need a visa to travel to Germany?
No. Panamanian citizens can normally visit Germany and the Schengen Area without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Longer stays require the appropriate German visa or residence permit.
Do German citizens need a visa for Panama?
No. German citizens do not currently need a visa for stays in Panama of up to 90 days, provided they meet the applicable entry requirements.
Do I need an appointment at the Panamanian Embassy in Berlin?
Yes, when personal attendance is required. The embassy currently asks applicants to arrange appointments by email or telephone. Some procedures can instead be completed by post.
Does Panama have other consular representations in Germany?
Yes. In addition to the embassy in Berlin, Panama has a Consulate General in Hamburg and Honorary Consuls in Bremen, Dresden and Munich.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of Panama in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.