QuizTraffic signsPanama
Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Panama.
Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Panama
51. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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
🔗 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.
52. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited. The vehicles covered by the prohibition and any categories that may still be overtaken depend on the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign R-13-1 • No overtaking. Overtaking other vehicles is prohibited on the signed section.
Español • R-13-1 • Prohibido adelantar. Prohíbe adelantar a otros vehículos 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.
53. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is prohibited. A left turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign R-3-4B • No left turn. Turning left at the signed point is prohibited.
Español • R-3-4B • Prohibido girar a la izquierda. Prohíbe realizar un giro a la izquierda en el punto 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.
54. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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
🔗 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.
55. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
56. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
57. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
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.
58. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.
59. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
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.
60. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
61. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.
English • Traffic sign R-3A • Straight ahead. Continue straight ahead at the signed point.
Español • R-3A • Siga de frente. Indica que debe continuar de frente en el punto 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.
62. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.
63. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that turning right is prohibited. A right turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign R-3-3B • No right turn. Turning right at the signed point is prohibited.
Español • R-3-3B • Prohibido girar a la derecha. Prohíbe realizar un giro a la derecha en el punto 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.
64. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
65. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
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.
66. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign means no entry. Drivers may not enter from the direction in which the sign is placed.
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.
67. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
68. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a speed limit. The displayed value is the maximum permitted speed from this point. The limit remains in force until it ends or is replaced according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.
English • Traffic sign R-2-1 • Maximum speed. Sets the illustrated 60 km/h maximum.
Español • R-2-1 • Velocidad máxima. Establece una velocidad máxima de 60 km/h, valor mostrado en la ilustración.
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.
69. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that parking is allowed. Vehicles may be parked in the area covered by the sign subject to any indicated conditions, restrictions or local parking rules.
70. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Original: Vialidad Nacional - Ministerio de Transporte - Presidencia de la Nación Vectorization: Civitas13 • Public domain • Source revision 2020-01-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.
71. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
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.
72. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles wider than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall width, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
73. What does this traffic sign mean?
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.
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.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Ena.com.pa • ENA Norte: detalle de señalización vertical, enero 2026, hoja 44
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Amateria1121 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2014-04-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
