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U.S. State Department Advisory
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Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionSee Regional BreakdownUpdated: August 19, 2026
Why This Level
See What Travelers On The Ground Are SayingPanama's overall advisory is Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime, but two remote areas carry a more serious Level 4 (Do Not Travel) warning tied to drug trafficking, human trafficking, and criminal networks with extremely limited police presence. Know the risk level for the specific area you're visiting.
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