Moving to Panama
Ports: Balboa, Cristobal
Prohibited: Straw Or Hay Packing In Liftvans; Narcotics; Ammunition; Firearms, Plants, Fruits, Raw Foodstuffs, and Meats
Cont: None
Diplomatic Removals
Required Documents:
Customs Regulations: All diplomats and public officials entering with a diplomatic or official passport or those who come with a contract from the government have franchise privilege and will not be subject to the usual inspection or examination of household goods.
Clearance:
Remarks:
Firearms and Weapons
Required Documents:
Customs Regulations: Prohibited.
Clearance:
Remarks:
Household Goods and Personal Effects
Required Documents: (1) Passport, visa or work permit (2)Letter confirming employment (4) Original OBL and Inventory
Customs Regulations: Panamanian citizens returning to the country after a time of no less than 2 years can import tax-free all used items. Businessmen who earn U.S. $1000 or more per month can apply for a special provisional visa allowing some special benefits. Effects should arrive no later than 6 months after his arrival.
Clearance:
Remarks: All shipments must be inspected at port of entry, but this is usually done at shipper’s residence at time of delivery. This service is payable by the shipper directly to the government.
New Furniture
Required Documents:
Customs Regulations: Subject to import tax. It is the Executive Power who determines the amount and kind of articles that in each case can be imported duty-free.
Clearance:
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Pets and Animals
Required Documents:
Customs Regulations:
Clearance:
Remarks: Quarantine of 30 days required.
Vehicles
Required Documents:
Customs Regulations: Subject to duty, based upon evaluation by Panama Customs.
Clearance:
Remarks:
Please note:
The information on this page is intended as a guide and NOT as a complete or definitive resource.
The information on this page should not be used as an authoritative reference.
