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Wikipedia says:
Panama, officially the Republic of Panama (República de Panamá; re'puβlika ðe pana'ma), 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 borders 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. In Central America, it is the second most industrialized country, behind El Salvador, Panama is also the 3rd largest economy in Central America, after Guatemala and Costa Rica and has the largest expenditure on resource consumption, making the country the largest consumer in Central America. (...) more....
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entry requirements for US citizens
Passport or proof of U.S. citizenship and photo ID, tourist card or visa, proof of sufficient funds, and onward/return ticket required. Visa and tourist card valid 30 days. Visa issued at Embassy of Panama or one of the Consulates. Tourist card is available from airline serving Panama for $10 fee. Stay can be extended up to 60 days; apply at the main office of Immigration and Naturalization in Panama. Visa requires 1 application form and 1 photo. Allow 1 working day for processing. Departure tax $20 is paid at airport. AIDS test required for persons adjusting visa status while in Panama. For longer stays and additional information regarding travel other than via a commercial airline, contact the Embassy of Panama, 2862 McGill Terrace, NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/483-1407) or the nearest Consulate: CA (415/391-4268), FL (305/371-7031 or 813/831-6685), LA (504/525-3458), NY (212/840-2450), PA (215/574-2994), or TX (713/622-445l). Mention tripwolf when you contact American Passport following the link below to ensure eligibility for special rates and services.
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