RoundaboutPanama
Traffic rules
Panama
1. Roundabout
A roundabout is a circular road arrangement in which traffic travels around a central island in one designated direction. Vehicles enter and leave through connecting roads, and traffic signs or local rules determine who has priority.
Drivers should reduce speed, choose a suitable lane, observe all road users and signal as required when leaving. The direction of travel, entry priority, lane use and rules for cyclists and pedestrians depend on local traffic signs and regulations.
Who has priority at a roundabout in Panama?
Article 147(e) gives priority to a vehicle already travelling in a roundabout while it is moving. Respect that circulating traffic when entering and obey the actual signs, signals and authorised directions. An empty-looking lane is not permission to disregard a control or enter unsafely.
🔗 gacetaoficial.gob.pa • Panama Traffic Regulations, Decree 640/2006 — Article 147(e)
Warning for a roundabout.
English • Traffic sign P-3-4 • Roundabout. Reduce speed and observe entry priority signs.
Español • P-3-4 • Rotonda. Advierte la proximidad de una rotonda. Reduzca la velocidad y respete la señalización de prioridad del acceso.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44
SVG source: Amateria1121 • Public domain • Original revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
How should you choose a roundabout lane in Panama?
Choose your intended exit before entering and follow the lane arrows and destination signs. Keep to the marked route and make any permitted lane change only when safe; having priority over entering traffic does not give you priority to change lanes.
🔗 gacetaoficial.gob.pa • Panama Traffic Regulations, Decree 640/2006 — Article 147(e)
What should you check when leaving a roundabout in Panama?
Check the lane you will cross or enter, signal the manoeuvre as required and look for cyclists and pedestrians at the exit. Obey any separate crossing controls and do not force an exit across another vehicle’s path.
🔗 gacetaoficial.gob.pa • Panama Traffic Regulations, Decree 640/2006 — Article 147(e)
