Procedure guide · Immigration and citizenship
Panamanian Passport for Naturalized Citizens
How naturalized citizens get a Panamanian passport: Passport Authority requirements, cost, retiree discount and expedited processing.
- Authority
- Passport Authority (APAP)
- Cost
- USD 100
- Retirees
- USD 50
- Updated
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In short
Once you are naturalized and have your Panamanian cédula, you can apply for a Panamanian passport at the Panama Passport Authority (APAP). It costs USD 100, with a reduced price for retirees, pensioners and seniors, and besides the cédula it requires documents proving your naturalization.
What does the APAP require from a naturalized citizen?
- Your original, valid Panamanian cédula.
- A copy of the cédula authenticated by the Electoral Tribunal.
- The naturalization letter authenticated by a notary.
- A certificate from the National Immigration Service or a registration certificate from the Electoral Tribunal's Civil Registry.
Required documents
Panamanian cédula
Original and a copy authenticated by the Electoral Tribunal
Naturalization letter
Authenticated by a notary
Certificate from Immigration or the Civil Registry
Step by step
01
Get your Panamanian cédula
After naturalization, at the Electoral Tribunal.
02
Gather the documents
The authenticated copy of the cédula, the authenticated naturalization letter and the certificate.
03
Go to the APAP
In person, during opening hours, with the originals.
04
Pay and collect your passport
If you need it urgently, you can request expedited processing for a surcharge.
Costs
- Passport
- USD 100
- Retirees, pensioners and seniors
- USD 50
- Expedited processing surchargeExcept for documented medical emergencies
- USD 75
Frequently asked questions
Can I hold a Panamanian passport and one from my country?
It depends on whether your country lets you keep its citizenship after the renunciation Panama requires (see Panamanian citizenship and dual citizenship).
When can I apply?
Once you have taken the oath, the naturalization letter has been published and you have your Panamanian cédula (see naturalization).
Is there a discount for retirees?
Yes: retirees, pensioners and seniors pay USD 50 (see retiree discounts).