Panama Document Resources
Birth, Death, Marriage Certificates
Copies of Panama birth certificates (certificado de nacimiento), marriage certificates (certificado de matrimonio) and death certificates (certificado de defunción) can be obtained from the Tribunal Electoral (
Criminal Record Certificates
Panamanian nationals can apply online for a Panama Criminal Record Certificate (Record Policivo de uso internacional). Non-Panamian nationals applying from outside Panama can appoint a representative to apply in person on their behalf at the Dirección de Investigación Judicial providing a copy of their passport with valid entry stamps, current migration card or copy of current work permit card issued by MITRADEL.
Certificates are valid for 30 days.
Government Admin
Foreign Embassies accredited to Panama (in Spanish)