Traffic signs

A traffic sign is a standardised visual symbol placed along roads to guide, warn, or regulate drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. These signs provide essential information about road conditions, rules, directions, and potential hazards, helping to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow. They come in various shapes and colours—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.


How are traffic signs grouped in Panama?

The regulations distinguish preventive, regulatory and information signs. Regulatory signs are compulsory.

🔗 gacetaoficial.gob.pa • Panama Traffic Regulations, Decree 640/2006 — Articles 147–184: actual controls, circulation, signs, parking and safe speed

🔗 infojuridica.procuraduria-admon.gob.pa • Procuraduría official amendment register — Decree 640/2006, currency and modifying instruments

Is a temporary speed limit at roadworks binding in Panama?

Where an authorised temporary regulatory speed limit is in force, you must obey it. A roadworks warning alone should not be mistaken for a new numerical limit, but conditions may require driving more slowly.

🔗 gacetaoficial.gob.pa • Panama Traffic Regulations, Decree 640/2006 — Articles 147–184: actual controls, circulation, signs, parking and safe speed

🔗 infojuridica.procuraduria-admon.gob.pa • Procuraduría official amendment register — Decree 640/2006, currency and modifying instruments

1. Stop and give way

This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.

Stop and give way.

English • Traffic sign R-1-1 • Stop. Stop completely before the junction and proceed when safe.

Español • R-1-1 • Alto. Deténgase completamente antes de la intersección y continúe cuando pueda hacerlo con seguridad.

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🔗 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.

2. Give way

This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.

Give way.

English • Traffic sign R-1-2 • Give way. Give priority to traffic on the road being joined; stop if necessary.

Español • R-1-2 • Ceda el paso. Ceda la prioridad al tránsito de la vía a la que se incorpora; deténgase si es necesario.

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🔗 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.

3. Give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates give way ahead. A give-way requirement applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to stop if necessary.

Give way ahead.

English • Traffic sign P-3-2A • Give way ahead. Prepare to reduce speed and give priority.

Español • P-3-2A • Ceda el paso próximo. Advierte que más adelante encontrará una señal de ceda el paso. Prepárese para reducir la velocidad y ceder la prioridad.

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🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Amateria1121 • Public domain • Original revision 2014-04-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.

4. Stop and give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates stop and give way ahead. A stop sign applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to come to a complete stop.

Stop and give way ahead.

5. Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. An intersection without traffic signals or signs assigning priority lies ahead. Reduce speed, watch for traffic approaching from other directions and follow the applicable local priority rules.

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

English • Traffic sign P-2-1 • Crossroads. A four-arm junction is ahead. Reduce speed and watch crossing traffic.

Español • P-2-1 • Intersección de vías. Advierte una intersección de cuatro ramales. Reduzca la velocidad y observe el tránsito que cruza.

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🔗 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.

6. Warning for a side road from the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a side road from the right. A side road joins the road ahead from the right at an uncontrolled junction. Reduce speed, watch for traffic entering from the side road and follow the applicable default priority rules.

Warning for a side road from the right.

English • Traffic sign P-2-3B • Side road on the right. Warns of a junction with a road joining from the right.

Español • P-2-3B • Vía lateral derecha. Advierte una intersección con una vía lateral por la derecha.

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🔗 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.

7. Warning for a roundabout

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. A roundabout lies ahead. Reduce speed and follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local roundabout rules when approaching and entering it.

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.

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🔗 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.

8. Warning for a hairpin bend to the right

This traffic sign warns of a hairpin bend to the right. The road ahead makes a very sharp turn, so reduce speed and be prepared to steer sharply to the right.

Warning for a hairpin bend to the right.

9. Warning for a curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for a curve to the right.

English • Traffic sign P-1-2B • Right-hand bend. Reduce speed before entering.

Español • P-1-2B • Curva a la derecha. Advierte una curva hacia la derecha. Reduzca la velocidad antes de entrar en ella.

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🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.

10. Warning for a sharp curve to the right

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the right. A tight right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering, particularly when visibility or road grip is reduced.

Warning for a sharp curve to the right.

English • Traffic sign P-1-1B • Sharp right-hand bend. A sudden rightward change of direction is ahead. Reduce speed in advance.

Español • P-1-1B • Curva pronunciada a la derecha. Advierte un cambio brusco de dirección hacia la derecha. Reduzca la velocidad con anticipación.

Sources

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🔗 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.

11. Warning for a double curve, first right then left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

Warning for a double curve, first right then left.

English • Traffic sign P-1-4B • Double bend — right then left. Warns of two successive bends, first right then left.

Español • P-1-4B • Curva y contracurva a la derecha e izquierda. Advierte dos curvas consecutivas, primero a la derecha y después a la izquierda.

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🔗 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.

12. Warning for curves

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a series of curves. One or more changes in direction lie ahead and may occur in quick succession. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

Warning for curves.

English • Traffic sign P-1-5B • Series of bends, first to the right. Warns of several successive bends.

Español • P-1-5B • Curvas sucesivas, primera a la derecha. Advierte un tramo con varias curvas, comenzando hacia la derecha.

Sources

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🔗 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.

13. Warning for a road narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.

Warning for a road narrowing.

English • Traffic sign P-44D • Carriageway narrows. Both sides narrow and the number of lanes decreases. Adjust speed and vehicle position.

Español • P-44D • Reducción de la calzada. Advierte que la calzada se estrecha por ambos lados y se reduce el número de carriles. Adapte la velocidad y la posición del vehículo.

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🔗 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.

14. Warning for a road narrowing on the left

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the left. The available road width decreases from the left side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.

Warning for a road narrowing on the left.

English • Traffic sign P-44C • Carriageway narrows on the left. The lane count decreases on the left. Adjust speed and follow road markings.

Español • P-44C • Reducción de la calzada por la izquierda. Advierte una reducción de carriles por el lado izquierdo. Adapte la velocidad y siga las marcas de la vía.

Sources

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🔗 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.

15. Warning for a road with two-way traffic

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

Warning for a road with two-way traffic.

English • Traffic sign P-25 • Two-way traffic. Stay on your side of the road.

Español • P-25 • Circulación en dos sentidos. Advierte un tramo con tránsito en sentidos opuestos. Manténgase en su lado de la vía.

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16. Warning for a speed bump

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a speed bump. A raised traffic-calming feature lies ahead. Reduce speed before reaching it to maintain vehicle control and avoid damage or discomfort.

Warning for a speed bump.

English • Traffic sign P-18 • Road hump. Reduce speed before crossing it.

Español • P-18 • Resalto. Advierte un resalto en la calzada. Reduzca la velocidad antes de cruzarlo.

Sources

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🔗 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.

17. Warning for a bad road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a bad or uneven road surface. Potholes, bumps, depressions or other surface irregularities may affect vehicle stability and braking. Reduce speed and avoid sudden manoeuvres.

Warning for a bad road surface.

English • Traffic sign P-17 • Corrugated surface. Warns of successive undulations or surface irregularities. Reduce speed.

Español • P-17 • Superficie rizada. Advierte una superficie con ondulaciones o irregularidades sucesivas. Reduzca la velocidad.

Sources

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🔗 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.

18. Warning for a dip in the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a dip in the road. A sudden depression in the road surface lies ahead and may affect vehicle stability or visibility. Reduce speed before reaching the dip and be prepared for water or other hazards that may collect in the lowered section.

Warning for a dip in the road.

English • Traffic sign P-19 • Depression. Reduce speed before crossing the dip.

Español • P-19 • Depresión. Advierte una depresión en la calzada. Reduzca la velocidad antes de atravesarla.

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🔗 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.

19. Warning for a steep ascent

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep ascent. A steep uphill gradient lies ahead and may cause heavy or low-powered vehicles to lose speed. Select a suitable gear, maintain a safe following distance and be prepared for slower traffic.

Warning for a steep ascent.

English • Traffic sign P-6-1 • Steep ascent. Select a suitable gear and maintain control. The uphill-gradient family is confirmed; the illustration uses a lorry while the reference drawing uses a car.

Español • P-6-1 • Ascenso pronunciado. Advierte una pendiente ascendente pronunciada. Seleccione una marcha adecuada y mantenga el control del vehículo. La familia de pendiente ascendente está confirmada; la ilustración utiliza un camión y el plano de referencia muestra un automóvil.

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20. Warning for a steep descent

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.

Warning for a steep descent.

English • Traffic sign P-6-1 • Steep descent. Reduce speed and use a suitable gear to control the descent. The downhill-gradient family is confirmed; the illustration uses a lorry while the reference drawing uses a car.

Español • P-6-1 • Descenso pronunciado. Advierte una pendiente descendente pronunciada. Reduzca la velocidad y utilice una marcha adecuada para controlar el descenso. La familia de pendiente descendente está confirmada; la ilustración utiliza un camión y el plano de referencia muestra un automóvil.

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21. Warning for a movable bridge

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a movable bridge. The bridge ahead can open, lift or move to allow water traffic to pass. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop when required by barriers, traffic lights or other signals.

Warning for a movable bridge.

English • Traffic sign P-21 • Opening bridge. Obey the lights, barriers and other bridge controls.

Español • P-21 • Puente movible. Advierte la proximidad de un puente que puede abrirse. Respete los semáforos, barreras y demás controles del puente.

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🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.

22. Warning for traffic lights ahead

This traffic sign indicates a warning for traffic lights ahead. Traffic signals are located ahead and may not be visible early enough without advance warning. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if the signal requires it.

Warning for traffic lights ahead.

English • Traffic sign P-3-3 • Traffic signals ahead. A junction or other signal-controlled point is ahead. Prepare to stop according to the light.

Español • P-3-3 • Semáforo próximo. Advierte la proximidad de una intersección o punto regulado por semáforo. Prepárese para detenerse según la luz que encuentre.

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23. Warning for falling rocks

This traffic sign indicates a warning for falling rocks. Rocks or stones may fall from nearby slopes or may already be lying on the road. Reduce speed, scan the road ahead and be prepared to avoid or stop for fallen material.

Warning for falling rocks.

English • Traffic sign P-7-11 • Rockfall area. Rocks may fall or lie on the carriageway. Reduce speed and watch the road.

Español • P-7-11 • Zona de derrumbes. Advierte la posibilidad de desprendimientos y piedras sobre la calzada. Reduzca la velocidad y observe la vía.

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🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

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24. Warning for roadworks

This traffic sign indicates a warning for roadworks. Construction or maintenance work is taking place on or beside the road. Reduce speed where necessary and be prepared for workers, machinery, temporary traffic signals, changed lane layouts or uneven road surfaces.

Warning for roadworks.

English • Traffic sign P-24 / P-2-4 in ENA • Roadworks. Reduce speed and follow temporary signs and workers' instructions. The ENA drawing prints P-2-4 beside the worker, but its notes refer to P-24 and require orange backgrounds for work signs. The yellow illustration is identified only at roadworks-family level.

Español • P-24 / P-2-4 en ENA • Trabajos en la vía. Advierte trabajos en la carretera. Reduzca la velocidad y siga la señalización temporal y las indicaciones del personal de la obra. El plano ENA imprime P-2-4 junto al trabajador, pero sus notas remiten a P-24 y exigen fondo naranja para señales de obras. La ilustración amarilla se identifica únicamente como familia de trabajos en la vía.

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25. Warning for loose chippings on the road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for loose chippings. Loose stones or gravel may reduce tyre grip and can be thrown up by passing vehicles. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.

26. Warning for a slippery road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

Warning for a slippery road surface.

English • Traffic sign P-7-3 • Slippery surface. Reduce speed and avoid harsh braking or abrupt manoeuvres.

Español • P-7-3 • Superficie deslizante. Advierte que la superficie puede ser resbaladiza. Reduzca la velocidad y evite frenadas o maniobras bruscas.

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27. Warning for a width restriction

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a width restriction. The available passage ahead is limited in width. Drivers of wide vehicles should check their vehicle width and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

Warning for a width restriction.

English • Traffic sign P-5-5 • Available width. Warns of a narrow passage; the illustration shows 3.20. Check that the vehicle and load can pass safely.

Español • P-5-5 • Ancho libre. Advierte un paso de ancho limitado; la ilustración muestra el valor 3,20. Compruebe que el vehículo y su carga pueden pasar con seguridad.

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🔗 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.

28. Warning for a narrowing

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a narrowing ahead. The available road width decreases ahead. Reduce speed when necessary and be prepared for less lateral space between vehicles, obstacles or the road edge.

Warning for a narrowing.

English • Traffic sign P-5-6 • Narrow bridge. Reduce speed and take extra care when meeting other vehicles.

Español • P-5-6 • Puente angosto. Advierte un puente o paso estrecho. Reduzca la velocidad y extreme la precaución al cruzarse con otros vehículos.

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29. Warning for a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a divided road. The road ahead separates into carriageways for opposing directions of traffic, usually divided by a central reservation or traffic island. Follow the lane markings and adjust your position to the new road layout.

Warning for a divided road.

English • Traffic sign P-4-5 • Divided road begins. Physical separation between opposing directions begins. Keep to the appropriate side.

Español • P-4-5 • Inicio de vía con separador. Advierte el comienzo de una vía con separación física entre los sentidos de circulación. Manténgase por el lado correspondiente.

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SVG source: Amateria1121 • Public domain • Original revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.

30. Warning for the end of a divided road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for the end of a divided road. The separation between opposing directions of traffic ends ahead, and oncoming traffic will no longer be divided by a central reservation. Reduce speed and adjust to the new road layout.

Warning for the end of a divided road.

English • Traffic sign P-4-6 • Divided road ends. Prepare for opposing traffic on the same carriageway.

Español • P-4-6 • Fin de vía con separador. Advierte que termina el separador físico entre los sentidos de circulación. Prepárese para una calzada con tránsito en sentidos opuestos.

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🔗 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.

31. Warning for two roads that merge

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two roads that merge. Two traffic streams join ahead. Adjust your speed and position, maintain a safe gap and be prepared for vehicles merging into the traffic flow.

Warning for two roads that merge.

English • Traffic sign P-4-2 • Merging traffic from the right. Adjust speed and maintain a safe separation from joining vehicles.

Español • P-4-2 • Incorporación de tránsito por la derecha. Advierte que otros vehículos pueden incorporarse por la derecha. Ajuste la velocidad y mantenga una separación segura.

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🔗 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.

32. Warning for an unpaved road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an unpaved road surface. The paved surface ends or changes to gravel, dirt or another loose material. Reduce speed and be prepared for reduced grip, uneven surfaces, dust and loose stones.

Warning for an unpaved road surface.

English • Traffic sign P-7-6 • Paved surface ends. Reduce speed before the road surface changes.

Español • P-7-6 • Final del pavimento. Advierte que termina el pavimento y cambia la superficie de la vía. Reduzca la velocidad antes de la transición.

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🔗 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.

33. Warning for low-flying aircraft

This traffic sign indicates a warning for low-flying aircraft. Aircraft may pass over the road at low altitude and can create sudden noise or visual distraction. Keep your attention on the road and maintain control of the vehicle.

Warning for low-flying aircraft.

English • Traffic sign P-43 • Aircraft. Aircraft may fly low near flight operations.

Español • P-43 • Presencia de aviones. Advierte una zona próxima a operaciones aéreas, donde pueden pasar aviones a baja altura.

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🔗 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.

34. Warning for cattle on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.

Warning for cattle on the road.

English • Traffic sign P-35 • Animals on the road. Livestock may be on the carriageway. Reduce speed and prepare to stop.

Español • P-35 • Animales en la vía. Advierte que puede haber ganado en la calzada. Reduzca la velocidad y esté preparado para detenerse.

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35. Warning for crossing deer

This traffic sign indicates a warning for crossing deer. Deer or other wild animals may enter the road unexpectedly, especially around dawn or dusk. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared for more than one animal to cross.

Warning for crossing deer.

36. Warning for a playground

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a playground. Children may be playing close to the road and may enter or cross it unexpectedly. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for a playground.

English • Traffic sign P-9-5 • Play area. Children may play near the road. Reduce speed and prepare to stop.

Español • P-9-5 • Zona de juego. Advierte una zona donde pueden aparecer niños jugando cerca de la vía. Reduzca la velocidad y esté preparado para detenerse.

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37. Warning for children

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for children.

English • Traffic sign P-33 • School zone. Pupils may be present. Reduce speed and take extra care.

Español • P-33 • Zona escolar. Advierte una zona escolar y la posible presencia de escolares. Reduzca la velocidad y extreme la precaución.

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38. Warning for pedestrians

This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.

Warning for pedestrians.

English • Traffic sign P-9-1 • Pedestrians on the road. Pedestrians may be present or crossing. Reduce speed and prepare to stop.

Español • P-9-1 • Peatones en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia o cruce de peatones. Reduzca la velocidad y esté preparado para detenerse.

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🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.

39. Warning for cyclists

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cyclists. Cyclists may be riding along or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for cyclists and maintain the passing distance required by the applicable local rules.

Warning for cyclists.

English • Traffic sign P-9-10 • Cyclists on the road. Cyclists may be present or crossing. Reduce speed and maintain a safe clearance. The warning family is confirmed; the reference drawing shows a rider, while the illustration shows only a bicycle.

Español • P-9-10 • Ciclistas en la vía. Advierte la posible presencia o cruce de ciclistas. Reduzca la velocidad y mantenga una separación segura. La familia de advertencia de ciclistas está confirmada; el plano de referencia muestra un ciclista y la ilustración solo una bicicleta.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

Replacement SVG: Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia Commons original • Original: Vialidad Nacional - Ministerio de Transporte - Presidencia de la Nación Vectorization: Civitas13 • Public domain • Original revision 2020-01-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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40. Warning for tractors

This traffic sign indicates a warning for tractors or other agricultural vehicles. Slow-moving agricultural vehicles may enter, cross or travel along the road ahead. Reduce speed and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

Warning for tractors.

English • Traffic sign P-10-5 • Agricultural machinery. Tractors or other machinery may be present. Adjust speed and overtake only where safe and permitted.

Español • P-10-5 • Maquinaria agrícola en la vía. Advierte la posible circulación de tractores u otra maquinaria agrícola. Adapte la velocidad y adelante solo cuando sea seguro y esté permitido.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.

41. Warning for emergency vehicles

This traffic sign indicates a warning for emergency vehicles. Emergency vehicles may enter, leave or cross the road unexpectedly. Reduce speed, keep access clear and be prepared to give way when required.

Warning for emergency vehicles.

42. Warning for a railway crossing without barriers

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.

Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.

English • Traffic sign P-41 • Railway level crossing. Reduce speed, look and obey crossing controls.

Español • P-41 • Paso a nivel. Advierte un cruce de la vía con el ferrocarril. Reduzca la velocidad, observe y respete los controles del cruce.

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.

43. Warning for a railway crossing with barriers

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing with gates or barriers that close when a train approaches. Drivers should be ready to stop when the barriers are down or flashing lights activate. Never attempt to cross when gates are closing or closed.

Warning for a railway crossing with barriers.

English • Traffic sign P-8-2 • Railway crossing with barriers. Stop when controls require it and never cross while the barrier is closed or moving.

Español • P-8-2 • Paso a nivel con barrera. Advierte un cruce ferroviario con barreras. Deténgase cuando lo ordenen los controles y nunca cruce con la barrera cerrada o en movimiento.

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.

44. Warning for a railway crossing with one track

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.

Warning for a railway crossing with one track.

45. No entry

This traffic sign means no entry. Drivers may not enter from the direction in which the sign is placed.

No entry.

English • Traffic sign R-3-2A • No entry. Entry from this direction is prohibited.

Español • R-3-2A • No entre. Prohíbe entrar desde esta dirección en la vía señalizada.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Republic of Panama • Public domain • Original revision 2020-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

46. Access prohibited in both directions

This traffic sign indicates that drivers may not enter the road from either direction.

Access prohibited in both directions.

47. Pedestrians prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited. Pedestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

Pedestrians prohibited.

English • Traffic sign R-14-B • No pedestrians. Pedestrian traffic is prohibited on the signed section.

Español • R-14-B • Circulación prohibida a peatones. Prohíbe la circulación de peatones en el tramo señalizado.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Republic of Panama • Public domain • Original revision 2020-09-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

48. Cyclists prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that cyclists are prohibited. Cyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

Cyclists prohibited.

49. Mopeds prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that mopeds are prohibited. Moped riders may not enter or continue beyond the sign. The affected moped categories depend on the applicable local rules. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

Mopeds prohibited.

50. Cars prohibited

This traffic sign indicates that cars are prohibited. Cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

Cars prohibited.

English • Traffic sign R-7-16 • No motor vehicles. Prohibits motor vehicles on the signed section. The motor-vehicle family is identified; the car pictogram differs from the vehicle shown in the ENA reference drawing.

Español • R-7-16 • Circulación prohibida a vehículos automotores. Prohíbe la circulación de vehículos automotores en el tramo señalizado. La prohibición se identifica por su familia de vehículos automotores; el pictograma de automóvil difiere del vehículo mostrado en el plano ENA.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44

SVG source: Fry1989 • Public domain • Original revision 2012-12-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.