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Panama Inmate Search & Prison Directory

Browse correctional facilities and prisons in Panama. Find addresses, phone numbers, and official contacts for 2 facilities in this directory, plus emergency guidance for US citizens and families of detainees.

2Total Facilities
0Federal
0State / Provincial
0County / Local

About Panama's Correctional System

Panama's correctional system is managed by the Ministerio de Gobierno / MINGOB. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.

For US citizens detained in Panama, contact US Embassy Panama at +507 317 5000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.

Key Panama Prison Contacts

Agency / ContactLocationPhoneWebsite
Ministerio de Gobierno / MINGOB Panama +507-232-1300 Visit Site
US Embassy Panama Panama +507 317 5000 Visit Site
US State Dept Emergency (from US) Washington DC 1-888-407-4747 Visit Site
Showing 2 facilities in Panama
📍Col�n, Col�n
1500
📍Km 25 Autopista, Panama City
10000

Panama Prison FAQ

Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Panama, contact US Embassy Panama at +507 317 5000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Panama at +507 317 5000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Panama. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Colegio Nacional de Abogados for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Panama. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Panama facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.

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