Panama offers U.S.-funded flights for voluntary repatriation of Venezuelans
The Government of Panama opened a three-day period this Monday for undocumented Venezuelans who wish to return to their country voluntarily to access a free flight, financed by the United States within the framework of an agreement signed by the Panamanian and American governments almost two years ago. Those interested have from this Monday until next Wednesday, May 13, to contact the National Migration Service (SNM) and register for their voluntary return, an official spokesperson told EFE.
TL;DR
- Panama is offering free, U.S.-funded flights for undocumented Venezuelans wishing to return home voluntarily.
- The repatriation program is open for three days, from Monday until Wednesday, May 13.
- Interested individuals must register with the National Migration Service and present identification documents like passports or identity cards.
- This initiative is part of a memorandum of understanding between Panama and the U.S. signed in July 2024, aiming for safe and orderly migration.
- The program comes amid a drastic drop in irregular migration from South to North America, partly attributed to stricter U.S. immigration policies.
- Panama has previously facilitated similar repatriation flights for undocumented individuals from various countries.