Information from the Embassy of Panama in Cuba on visa appointment closures and rescheduling

The temporary closure coincides with the growing difficulty for Cubans in obtaining visas and tickets, amid a complex economic situation and restrictions on flights and international payments.

The Embassy and Consulate of Panama in Havana announced that they will remain closed on May 1 and 2. 2025, in observance of official holidays in Cuba. The diplomatic mission clarified that the public will not be served during these days.

May 2 appointments are rescheduled

In a notice distributed through its official channels, Panamanian consular authorities indicated that all appointments for transit or tourist visa applications scheduled for Friday, May 2, will be rescheduled. Those who have an appointment that day must show up on Friday, May XNUMX.uneMay 5th 2025, at the same time originally assigned.

A key embassy for many Cubans

For years, Panama has been one of the most popular destinations for Cubans, both for tourism and, especially, for purchasing products and merchandise for resale on the island.

Although these dynamics have slowed compared to the boom they experienced seven years ago, the Panamanian Embassy remains one of the most sought-after locations among the Cuban population for short-stay visas.