Important Notice: Embassy Closures and restricted access during the NATO Summit in the Netherlands.
Due to the NATO Summit taking place in the Netherlands from 24–25 June 2025, embassies in The Netherlands will be closed or have restricted access as a result of extensive security measures.
As a precaution, embassies across the country may be closed from Monday, 23 June to Friday, 27 June.
Please be aware that application submissions and processing may be delayed during this period.
We recommend planning ahead and appreciate your understanding. For further assistance, please contact Visa Service Desk.

Cruising through the Panama Canal

The Panama Canal is one of the worlds most impressive engineering feats and is ranked as one of the seven wonders of the modern world.  It spans 82 km and connects the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean.  The canal features huge locks at each end which will lift or drop your ship by 26 meters.  They connect to Gatun Lake, which offers amazing views of unspoiled tropical forests and waterways.  

Cruising through the Panama Canal is an amazing experience in itself and also a great opportunity to combine other popular cruises like the Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Central and South America or even the Galapagos and Hawaii for the more adventurous.

Cruising the Panama Canal for European travellers could require a visa or ESTA for the USA, depending on where you join and leave the ship.

When planning your Cruise don't forget the following:

  • Check your itinerary to see all of the countries that you will visit
  • Make sure your travel and health insurance are up to date
  • Check if you need vaccinations and how long they will take
  • Check with your doctor about sea sickness
  • Research do's and don'ts in local cultures
  • Make use of our Travel Emergency Registration and keep up to date with the security situation at your destination(s)
  • Don't wait until the last minute to get your visa(s)

You can find all of the details necessary for your visa(s) by using the visa tool below.

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