Pay once and you're done
No surprise bills when you get back. Pick your GB and days, pay a fixed price and browse worry-free. If you don't use it, we refund you.
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eSIM Panama
Instant delivery in 1 minute
Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
100% secure payment
Guaranteed refund
Instant delivery
Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges.
Coverage in Panama- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Panama
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
With the eSIM Panama you get internet in Panama without roaming from the moment you land. Arrive in Panama City or at the Canal and connect in a minute by scanning the QR code you receive by email, without changing your physical SIM or paying roaming. Perfect for Maps, WhatsApp, translating or creating a hotspot.
You browse over a top-tier local network in Panama (Movistar) with 4G/LTE coverage in the main cities and tourist areas. Choose the GB and days you need; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data by hotspot with your companions.
What's included
- 4G/LTE data in Panama
- Hotspot to share internet with those travelling with you
- Keep your usual number: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without cut-offs
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Data top-up without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only: no traditional calls or SMS, though VoIP apps like WhatsApp do work
- You need an eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone. Check your device here
- Install it calmly before your trip: you have 180 days from purchase to activate the profile
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Networks: PA - movistar 4G
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
Risk-free purchase
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Your next destination
Panama
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Panama without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
Choose your plan
eSIM plans for Panama
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Panama.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Panama · 100 MB | 7 days | €0,51 |
| Panama · 500 MB | 7 days | €1,28 |
| Panama · 1 GB | 7 days | €6,84 |
| Panama · 3 GB | 15 days | €20,11 |
| Panama · 3 GB | 30 days | €20,97 |
| Panama · 5 GB | 30 days | €34,77 |
| Panama · 10 GB | 30 days | €63,14 |
| Panama · 20 GB | 30 days | €128,42 |
Before you buy
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your Panama plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Installation
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSim.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSim and enable roaming.
The difference
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSim eSIM for Panama is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Panama: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €0,51
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
FAQ
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Panama, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSim eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of Panama from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Panama have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across Panama. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSim eSIM you pay a fixed price for your Panama data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSim in Panama without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Panama with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In Panama you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for Panama, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Panama as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Panama, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSim eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our Panama plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another Panama plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in Panama. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
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More eSIMs for your trip
More about the Panama eSIM
eSIM for Panama: internet without roaming
With our eSIM for Panama, you connect as soon as you land at Tocumen airport, without searching for a store or changing your physical card. The plan relies on the local mobile networks with the best coverage in the country, mainly +Móvil (Cable &Wireless) and Tigo, so you have real 4G/LTE data in Panama City and tourist areas. You activate the internet in minutes and continue using your usual number for WhatsApp and app calls.
Roaming in Panama: why an eSIM is convenient for you
Panama is not part of the European Union, so "roaming like at home" does not apply here. Using your operator's data outside the EU usually costs between €10 and €15 per day, and a week-long trip can quickly get expensive. With a PuraSIM eSIM, you pay once for the GB you need and avoid bill shock. Expensive roaming is no longer a problem: you know in advance what you'll spend and browse without unexpected limits.
How much does an eSIM for Panama cost?
Plans start from €3.95 and you choose according to the days and usage. For a short getaway with maps, messaging, and some social media, 1 GB may be enough; if it's ten days or you want to upload photos and videos of Casco Antiguo or the locks, a 3 to 5 GB plan will be more than enough. Calculate around 1 GB for every three or four days of normal use. You can compare all options and other destinations at all destinations before deciding.
eSIM or SIM card in Panama
The traditional Panama SIM card requires queuing at the airport or at a +Móvil, Tigo, or Digicel store, presenting your passport, and ejecting your usual SIM. The eSIM is 100% digital: it arrives by email, you install it before leaving home, and activate it upon arrival. There's no plastic to lose, you keep your main line active, and you can change your plan whenever you want. For the traveler who only needs mobile data in Panama, it's the most convenient and fastest option.
Does the eSIM work in Panama City, Colón, David, or Bocas del Toro?
Yes. +Móvil and Tigo coverage is solid in urban and tourist areas: Panama City, Colón, David, Boquete, Santiago, and the Canal Zone have good 4G signal. In more remote destinations like Bocas del Toro, San Blas (Guna Yala), or some Pacific beaches, the network may be weaker or intermittent, which is normal outside cities. For road trips and major points of interest, internet in Panama will accompany you without problems.
How to activate the Panama eSIM?
After purchase, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your mobile settings (you need an eSIM-compatible phone), activate data upon arrival in Panama, and you're done. We recommend installing it before traveling with Wi-Fi and leaving data roaming activated only for the eSIM. If you want a step-by-step guide with screenshots, you can find all the information in our eSIM guide. In a few minutes, you'll be connected and saving money compared to roaming.
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