Shipping bikes south from Costa Rica. Anybody???
 

Hi everybody!
We are travelling from USA south to Argentina and right now are stuck in Costa Rica. I am from Czech and dont need visa to Panama, But Peter is from Slovakia and needs them.We just found out,that he is not gonna get them,because he doesnt have a letter of invitation. Did anybody shipped their bike to Ecuador from Costa Rica? Or does anybody have an advice on what might help to get the panamian visa?
Thanks

Hi Verka
I have posted you a reply under my topic 'Slovak passport',although it dosn't give you any useful advice unfortunately.

Travel Safe !

Simon

Hi Verka
I spoke to the Panama consulate in London.A man by the name of Pedro just said that proof of accomodation in Panama,such as a Hotel booking and proof of finances,proof of onward travel out of Panama,you know the usual things should be enough.He was quite helpful and said i could get back to him if you are still having trouble.His number is +442074092255.Let me know if you want me to call him for you to see if he can help.If you do give me all your details,Peters full name etc. and a name of a contact at the Panama consulate in Costa Rica.

Simon

Simon

There is a car carrying ferry that runs from Costa Rica (Pacific Coast) to Esmereldas, Ecuador. Met Austrian 4-wheeler in Bolivia that had used it, reckoned $400. But I have no useful contact details. Check with San Jose based shipping agencies, I guess.

Cheers, suerte, Dan Walsh.

Thanks both of you for replies.
We are still in San Jose (over 4 weeks now).
We got an invitation letter from one guy, who has a family in Panama.
WE are still waiting for the visa, but at least it looks like Peter is going to get it.
Again, thanks.