Switzerland - Consulate of Panama in Lugano

You are a Swiss citizen or you are from Panama and are looking for information on the consulate of Panama in Lugano situated in Switzerland. A consulate in Lugano could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Panama. It all depends on the importance of Lugano and Switzerland in the relationships with the government of Panama.

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Panamanian Honorary Consulate in Lugano, Switzerland - THIS CONSULATE IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED -

Tel: (+41) (0)22 715 04 51 (Consulate in Geneva)

Fax:

Email: conpanamasuiza@mire.gob.pa

Website:

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The difference between consulates found in Lugano are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of Panama in Switzerland besides Lugano

Consulate General of Panama in Geneva, Switzerland - Rue de Lausanne 72 - 1202 Geneva - Switzerland
Email: conpanamasuiza@mire.gob.pa - Tel: (+41) (0)22 715 04 51 - Website:

Or the embassy of Panama in Switzerland

(There is no embassy of Panama located in Switzerland)

Consulate Appointment in Lugano

Most consulates in Lugano need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Panama in Lugano first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Lugano do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Switzerland or Panama.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Lugano please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.