Foreigners

• Original birth certificate of the minor duly certified by the Consulate or Embassy of the country of birth of the minor in Panama, with its respective authentication of signatures at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Panama.

Important: It can be apostilled in the country of birth of the minor if it is a signatory to the Hague Convention.

• Original and copy of the migration card (valid, undamaged plastic with a seal, legible data and photograph).
• Original and copy of the ordinary passport (according to the nationality described in the migration card, valid and undamaged).
• Bank guarantee or insurance company bond to cover damages to third parties for an amount of B/.25,000.00 valid until the minor turns eighteen (18) years of age or until the time specified by the insurer or bank. Must be requested by the father and/or mother, or legal guardian when there is no father and/or mother.
• Present the result from an authorized laboratory whose origin is endorsed by the Technical Council of Public Health of the Minsa with the blood type and RH factor. (Must indicate the user’s full name, passport number, with a fresh seal and signature from the laboratory technician).
• Present a certificate of good physical and mental health. The certificate must indicate the user’s full name, passport number, with a fresh seal and signature from the doctor with their specialty. It has a validity period of six (6) months from the date of issue of the document. *No mental health certificate from a psychologist applies to this type of procedure.
• Present a negative result for the consumption of marijuana and cocaine from an authorized laboratory whose origin is endorsed by the Technical Council of Public Health of the Minsa (Must indicate the user’s full name, passport number, with a fresh seal and signature of the laboratory technician). It has a validity period of six (6) months from the date of issue of the document.
• Certificate of theoretical and practical training course from an authorized agent or by the A.T.T.T. that certifies that the applicant is suitable to drive the type of vehicle corresponding to the application. The expiration of the initiated process is subject to the validity of this requirement (365 days from the date of issue).
• Applies to driving licenses with categories A, B, and C.
• Perform visual, auditory, theoretical, and practical validation at the branch according to the procedure established by the A.T.T.T.

Note:

• You can perform practical validation on a simulator, at no additional cost, according to enabled categories.

https://www.sertracen.com.pa/sucursales/

• Bring your vehicle for practical validation according to the requested category(s), it must be in good condition with a valid license plate (valid decal and sticker).
• Sertracen does not rent vehicles.
• Cost of the provisional driving permit process https://www.sertracen.com.pa/costos-de-licencia/
• Must be in good standing with the A.T.T.T.
• People with hearing disabilities must present an original medical diagnosis issued by an Otorhinolaryngologist, or they must present an original audiometry exam; both must have a validity not exceeding 6 months. With this information, people with hearing disabilities do not have to undergo auditory validation. The certificate must indicate the user’s full name, ID for nationals, and passport number for foreigners, with a fresh seal and signature from the doctor or Audiologist with their specialty.

NOTE: The disability card from SENADIS will not be accepted since it is only valid for the economic benefits granted by Law 134 of 2013. The disability card from the Ministry of Health will not be accepted either since it is only for medical care in the Health system.
Requirements forfather, mother, or legal guardian:

• Original processing request from the father, mother, or legal guardian, duly signed, stating that they will be jointly responsible for the civil liability incurred by the minor. Original and copy of their identity document (if foreign, present the migration card and passport according to the nationality of registration). Valid, undamaged, and legible photograph.
  It is mandatory to submit the application on behalf of the person signing the bond or bank guarantee (mother and/or father, legal guardian) and the person accompanying them during the process (mother and/or father, legal guardian).
• Father, mother, or legal guardian must be present throughout the process for assistance, cannot be with the minor during visual, auditory, theoretical, and practical validations.

Important:

• Names, surnames, and document numbers must match or be identical in all presented requirements. If there is any difference in the data, supporting documents will be requested to validate that it is the same person and will be subject to verification.
• All documentation in a language other than Spanish must be translated and stamped by an interpreter authorized in the Republic of Panama (with a fresh seal and signature)..
• All documentation provided must be valid, in good condition, undamaged, and legible data and photograph must comply with security guidelines. (Applies to all requirements).
• The legal guardian must present the legal document that attributes them to this condition. If it is a document issued abroad, the signature must be authenticated.
• The vehicle must be in good condition and with its vehicle registration updated (valid decal and sticker).
• Access of vehicles to be used in the practical validation area:

• Vehicles labeled by driving schools authorized by the A.T.T.T. can only be used by users holding a valid certificate with category(s) matching the vehicle(s) to be used issued by said school.
• Any private vehicle can enter once to take the test.
• The issuance of the provisional driving permit is conditioned on compliance with the provisions of the traffic regulations and that all requirements are valid at the time of printing the document.
• The validity of the provisional driving permit is determined by the expiration of the migration card, the expiration of the bond by the insurer/bank guarantee, or until the age of eighteen (18) is reached (whichever occurs first).

• Article 118 of the traffic regulations regulates provisional permits for those over sixteen (16) years of age.
• Once the process has started, it must be completed at that branch.
• Payment must be made at the branch where your process ends.
• You can make your payment in cash, with a credit and debit card at the ATTT cash registers within Sertracen branches. Also through online banking or at ATMs, once the operator provides you with the control number of your new procedure in case of paying by ATM.

Foreigners

• Original birth certificate of the minor, duly certified by the Consulate or Embassy of the country of birth of the minor in Panama, with its respective authentication of signatures at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Panama.

Important: It can be apostilled in the country of birth of the minor if it is a signatory to the Hague Convention.

• Original and copy of the migration card (valid, without deterioration in the plastic and seal, with readable data and photograph).
• Original and copy of the ordinary passport (according to the nationality described in the migration card, valid and without deterioration).
• Bank guarantee or insurance bond to cover damages to third parties for an amount of B/.25,000.00, valid until the minor turns eighteen (18) years of age or until the time determined by the insurer or bank. It must be requested by the father and/or mother, or legal guardian when there is no father and/or mother.
• Present a certificate of good physical and mental health. The certificate must indicate the full name of the user, passport number, with the seal and fresh signature of the doctor with their specialty. It is valid for a period of six (6) months, from the date of issue of the document. *No mental health certificate from a psychologist applies to this type of procedure.
• Present a negative result on the consumption of marijuana and cocaine from an authorized laboratory whose origin is endorsed by the Technical Council of Public Health of the Minsa (It must indicate the full name of the user, passport number, with the seal and fresh signature of the laboratory technician). It is valid for a period of six (6) months, from the date of issue of the document.

• Perform the visual and auditory validation (virtual or in-person according to your processing method) according to the procedure established by the A.T.T.T.

• Cost of the provisional driver’s license procedurehttps://www.sertracen.com.pa/costos-de-licencia/
• Must be in good standing with the A.T.T.T.
• Present the original provisional driving permit.
• Individuals with hearing disabilities must present an original medical diagnosis issued by an Otorhinolaryngologist, or they must present an original audiometry exam, both must have a validity of no more than 6 months. With this information, individuals with hearing disabilities do not need to undergo auditory validation. The certificate must indicate the full name of the user, ID number for nationals and passport number for foreigners, with the seal and fresh signature of the doctor or Bachelor in Speech Therapy with their specialty.

NOTE: The disability card from SENADIS will not be accepted, as it is only valid for the economic benefits granted by Law 134 of 2013. Nor will the Disability card from the Ministry of Health be accepted, as it is only for medical care in the Health system.

Requirements for the father, mother, or legal guardian:

• Original application for processing from the father, mother, or legal guardian, duly signed, indicating that they will be responsible for the civil liability incurred by the minor. Original and copy of their identity document (if they are a foreigner, they must present the migration card and passport according to the nationality of registration). Valid, without deterioration, and readable photograph.
  It is mandatory to present the application by the person signing the bond or bank guarantee (mother and/or father, legal guardian) and by the person accompanying them during the procedure (mother and/or father, legal guardian).
• The father, mother, or legal guardian must be present throughout the entire procedure for their attention, and they cannot be with the minor while they undergo visual and auditory validations.

Important:

• Names, surnames, and document number must coincide or be the same on all presented requirements. If there is any difference in the data, supporting documents will be requested to validate that it is the same person and will be subject to verification.
• All documentation in a language other than Spanish must be translated and stamped by an authorized interpreter in the Republic of Panama (seal and fresh signature).
• All documentation provided must be valid, in good condition, without deterioration, and readable data and photograph must comply with security guidelines. (Applies to all requirements).
• The legal guardian must present the legal document that attributes them to this condition. If it is a document issued abroad, the signature must be authenticated.
• The issuance of the provisional driving permit is subject to compliance with the provisions of the traffic regulations, and all requirements must be valid at the time of document printing.
• The validity of the provisional driving permit is determined by the expiration of the migration card, the expiration of the insurance bond or bank guarantee, or until reaching the age of eighteen (18), whichever occurs first.
• Article 118 of the traffic regulations governs provisional permits for individuals aged sixteen (16) and older.
• Once the process has been initiated, it must be completed at the specified branch.
• The payment must be made at the branch where you conclude your process.
• You can make your payment in cash, with credit and debit cards at the ATTT counters inside Sertracen branches. Also, through online banking or at ATMs, once the operator provides you with the control number for your new transaction.

If the procedure is online, your payment must be made using the following methods:

• By using the platform with a VISA/Mastercard credit card. Also, at an ATM or through online banking. If you choose the delivery method, the payment is made through a VISA/Mastercard credit card.

Foreigners

• Original birth certificate of the minor duly certified by the Consulate or Embassy of the country of birth of the minor in Panama, with its respective authentication of signatures at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Panama.

Important: It can be apostilled in the country of birth of the minor if it is a signatory to the Hague Convention.

• Original and copy of the migration card (valid, without deterioration in the plastic and seal, with legible data and photograph).
• Original and copy of the ordinary passport (according to the nationality described in the migration card, valid and without deterioration).
• Bank guarantee or insurance bond from a company to cover third-party damages for an amount of B/.25,000.00 valid until the minor turns eighteen (18) years of age or until the time that the insurer or bank decides. It must be requested by the father and/or mother, or legal guardian when there is no father and/or mother.
• Certificate of good physical and mental health. The certificate must indicate the full name of the user, passport number, with the seal and fresh signature of the doctor with their specialty. It is valid for a period of six (6) months from the date of issue of the document. *No mental health certificate by a psychologist applies for this type of procedure.</Presentation of a negative result on the consumption of marijuana and cocaine from an authorized laboratory whose origin is endorsed by the Technical Council of Public Health of the Ministry of Health (It must indicate the full name of the user, passport number, with the seal and fresh signature of the laboratory technician). It is valid for a period of six (6) months from the date of issue of the document.
• Report of Lost License by the Public Prosecutor’s Office, only in case of loss or theft exceeding B/.250.00..
• Completing Lost License Form and Sworn Statement at the Branch.
• Cost of Provisional Driving Permit Procedurehttps://www.sertracen.com.pa/costos-de-licencia/
• Must be in good standing with the A.T.T.T. 

Requirements for  the father, Mother, or Legal Guardian:

• Original application for processing by the father, mother, or legal guardian, duly signed, indicating that they will be jointly responsible for any civil liability incurred by the minor. Original and copy of their identification document (if foreign, they must present the migration card and passport according to the registered nationality). The document must be current, undamaged, and have legible photographs.
  It is mandatory for the person providing the bond or bank guarantee (mother and/or father, legal guardian) to submit the application, as well as the person accompanying them during the process (mother and/or father, legal guardian).
• Father, mother, or legal guardian must be present throughout the entire process for their assistance.

Important:

• The names, surnames, and document number must match or be identical on all submitted requirements. In case of any discrepancies in the data, supporting documents will be requested to validate that it is the same person, and it will be subject to verification.
• Any documentation in a language other than Spanish must be translated and stamped by an authorized interpreter in the Republic of Panama (with a fresh seal and signature).
• All provided documentation must be current, in good condition, without damage, and the legible data and photograph must comply with security guidelines. (Applies to all requirements).
• The legal guardian must present the legal document that attributes them with such a status. If the document is issued abroad, the signature must be authenticated.
• The issuance of the provisional driving permit is conditional upon compliance with the provisions of the traffic regulations, and all requirements must be valid at the time of document printing.
• The validity of the provisional driving permit will be equal to the expiration date of the last granted permit.
• Article 118 of the traffic regulations regulates provisional permits for individuals over sixteen (16) years old.
• Applies to all categories.
• To request the procedure for a duplicate due to theft, loss, or robbery, you must access: licencia.com.pa
• The duplicate request (generated automatically upon attaching the required documents) has a verification period of 72 business hours (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays) for waiting and verification of minor infractions by the A.T.T.T. (Autoridad de Tránsito y Transporte Terrestre).

• In the event of requesting a duplicate for corrections, change of name, change of document number, and other updates on identification documents, the user must present the driver’s license at the branch. It will be verified that the data on the license are legible to proceed with the requested changes. Supporting documents validating the required change must also be provided.
• The payment must be made at the branch where the procedure is completed.
• You can make your payment in cash or with credit and debit cards at the ATTT cashiers inside Sertracen branches. You can also use online banking or ATMs once the operator provides you with the control number for your new transaction in the case of ATM payments.

If the procedure is online, your payment must be made using the following methods:

• Through the platform with VISA / Mastercard credit cards. Also at an ATM or online banking. If you choose the delivery method, the payment is made through VISA / Mastercard credit cards.