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Panama 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.03
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 61%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • Panama movistar 4G

Traveller reviews

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Thomas M.

Switzerland · Oct 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Thomas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Laura 💜

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Yuki P.

Brazil · Oct 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Cheers, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Ingrid

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Wei W.

Japan · Oct 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 9 months ago

Thanks a lot, Wei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Panama. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila W.

Mexico · Sep 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Camila. Glad it mostly worked for you in Panama — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sophie

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Hugo B.

Thailand · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James

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Liam K.

Spain · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Panama. – Diego 💜

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Louis H.

Portugal · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Louis! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma T.

New Zealand · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in Panama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Emma! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid V.

United States · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Panama. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe S.

Singapore · Sep 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Panama. Come back anytime! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia K.

Sweden · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Panama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco B.

Switzerland · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! So happy the Panama eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara

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Chloe S.

Philippines · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Chloe! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Panama. Enjoy your journeys! — Priya

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Lucia M.

Canada · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Lucia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco R.

Canada · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Marco! So happy the Panama eSIM kept you connected. — James

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Panama eSIM cost?

The Panama 500MB/Day plan costs $3.03 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my Panama eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Panama.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Panama.

Comments & questions

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Ji-woo M. · 1 month ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

David David GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Ji-woo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Omar L. · 1 month ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Omar, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Sophie 💜

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Ingrid S. · 2 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Ingrid — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai C. · 3 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Somchai, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah C. · 4 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Sarah! We're always here if you need anything. – Ken 💜

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Mei T. · 5 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Mei — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya M. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Priya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sophie

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Andre M. · 7 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Andre! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Tom 💜

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Mateo P. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Mateo, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. – Yuki 💜

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Beatriz H. · 9 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Yes Beatriz, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Emma

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Hana N. · 11 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Hana — not at purchase. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri V. · 1 year ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

James James GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Sri! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – James, GotoeSIM Support