NOTICE

Starting June 2, 2025, the registration process will be available for Panamanian Flag Electronic Certificates: https://ecertificatespanama.amp.gob.pa .

Starting September 1, 2025, the new version will include authorizations/extensions for armed personnel, ISPS authorizations, ISSC, CSO Declaration, SSP amendments, SSAS exemptions, BCC, WRC, CLC, PAL, DMLC PART I, ISM Declaration, authorized service providers, exemptions, and the Permit to Operate as a High-Speed Craft (POHSC).

Starting August 29, 2025, at 06:00 p.m. (Panama local time), the link https://certificates.amp.gob.pa/certificates/ will no longer be available for submitting new applications related to the specified types of requests. However, the remaining modules will continue to be accessible until further notice.

When entering the place of issuance, remember to select “SEGUMAR IMABARI” and for the place of payment “CONSULATE OF PANAMA IN KOBE”.

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Welcome

The Panama Canal

On behalf of our country, we are pleased to Welcome you to the Website of The General Consulate of Panama, in Kobe Japan.

It is an honor to serve as Consul General of this office which has its consular jurisdiction over the Fukui, Kinki, Chugoku, Shikoku and Kyushu regions.

We are located in the second metropolitan region of Japan and in one of the largest shipping centers of the world. Furthermore, we supervise and work together as a team with the office of the Panama Maritime Authority located in the city of Imabari, which is a sister city of Panama city.

Our office essentially provides Maritime and Consular Services along with the promotion of the Panamanian culture and the enhancement of the trade and academic relationships between Panama and the people, companies and institutions of western Japan.

This site aims to provide general information about our country, the Panama Merchant Marine along with other consular and cultural services that our office provides within western Japan, giving you a better understanding of the role and functions of our Office.