🇵🇦 Korean Mission in Panama

Korean Embassy in Panama - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Panama?

The main phone number is (507)264-8203. For emergencies, call (82)2-3210-0404 (available 24/7).

Q: How can I get consular assistance in Panama?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Panama at The Towers Business Plaza, Piso 5, Calle 50, San Francisco, Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá, or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (82)2-3210-0404.

Q: When did South Korea and Panama establish diplomatic relations?

South Korea and Panama established diplomatic relations on 1962.9.30. .

Q: Do Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Panama?

Korean passport holders (Regular Passport) can enter Panama visa-free and stay for up to 90 days.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Panama

The Embassy of Korea in Panama City manages a bilateral relationship shaped by the Panama Canal, the world's most important commercial waterway. Thousands of Korean-flag ships pass through the canal annually, and Korean investment in Panama's free trade zones and financial sector is substantial.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Panama (Panama City)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Panama
Type	Embassy
Address	The Towers Business Plaza, Piso 5, Calle 50, San Francisco, Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá
Phone	(507)264-8203
Emergency	(82)2-3210-0404 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/pa-ko/index.do

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Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Panama - Location

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Mission contact details as of 2026-11-10 · Source: each mission's official website (overseas.mofa.go.kr)

Diplomatic Relations

1962.9.30.

Exports

$1,570.0M

Imports

$190.0M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2025 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇰🇷 Korean Citizens Visiting Panama

Visa-Free Entry (Regular Passport)

Maximum Stay	90 days
Legal Basis	Visa waiver agreement

🇵🇦 Panama Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Panama with regular passports can enter Korea visa-free for short visits such as tourism and stay up to 90 days (basis: a visa waiver agreement). Visa-exempt travellers may need a K-ETA before departure; check k-eta.go.kr.

Korea Visa Portal K-ETA Immigration Service

Entry requirements may change without notice. Always check the latest travel advisories on the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before traveling.

Entry information checked 2026-11-10 · Sources: MOFA overseas safety travel visa-free list (as of Sep 2026) and travel alert levels; Korea's visa-free entry list (as of Feb 2024) and K-ETA temporary exemption notice (Dec 2025)

South Korea – Panama Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Panama established ties in September 1962. The bilateral relationship has grown into one of Korea's most commercially significant in Central America — the two countries signed a free trade agreement in 2022 — with the Panama Canal serving as a vital artery for Korean global trade. Korea's investment in Panama stands at 1,050 projects totaling $4.48 billion.

Mission status as of 2026-11-10 · Source: MOFA country information

South Korea – Panama Trade & Economy

Korea exported approximately $1.09 billion to Panama in 2023, primarily vessels, electronics, and vehicles, while importing about $330 million in chemicals, metals, and refined petroleum. Panama's Colon Free Zone is a major hub for Korean goods destined for Latin American markets.

Exports to Panama

$1,570.0M

Imports from Panama

$190.0M

Trade values are 2025 figures (MOFA country information, checked 2026-11-10). Figures in the text refer to the year stated in each sentence.

Tips for Koreans Living in Panama

Around 536 Koreans reside in Panama. Korean nationals can enter Panama visa-free. The embassy in Panama City provides full consular services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Panama?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Panama is located at The Towers Business Plaza, Piso 5, Calle 50, San Francisco, Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá.

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Panama?

A. The main number is (507)264-8203. For emergencies, call (82)2-3210-0404. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Panama?

A. Call the emergency line at (82)2-3210-0404 -- it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also reach the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404 or the toll-free number 080-020-0219.