Exit Tax When Exiting Panama by Foot?

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In December 2015 I plan to go do Panama then go back into Costa Rica probably by foot, meaning taking a bus or boat on both sides of the border then crossing by foot. I heard there is a $40 exit tax when leaving Panama, does this only apply to flying? What is the exit tax when crossing by foot?



Best Answer

There is no tax to pay at the Costa Rica border. The "Exit Tax" you've heard of only applies to those who are flying out of the country, and is officially called the "Airport Tax".

Source: I traveled from Panama to Costa Rica in 2010.

Also: http://www.iatatravelcentre.com/PA-Panama-customs-currency-airport-tax-regulations-details.htm




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Is there a departure tax in Panama?

The $5 tourist fee may be in your arrival ticket and the $40 departure tax may be in your departure ticket. The only tax is a $1.25 Tocumen tax.

Do you have to pay to leave Panama?

The land exit fee is $3 USD. Note: You are required to have proof of onward travel to enter the country. Yes, they do ask. You can stay up to 180 days in Panama.

Can I go from Panama to Costa Rica?

Yes, the driving distance between Panama City to Costa Rica is 787 km. It takes approximately 12h 26m to drive from Panama City to Costa Rica.

How do you cross the border from Panama to Costa Rica?

How to cross the border
  • Pay your Costa Rica departure tax first. There is a machine inside the immigration office, but it does not work most of the time. ...
  • Get an exit stamp out of Costa Rica. ...
  • Get Panama Entrance Stamp. ...
  • Speak to a migration official. ...
  • Get an entry stamp.




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