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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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Wei S.

Indonesia · Apr 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Wei. Glad it mostly worked for you in Panama — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Laura

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Yuki S.

United Kingdom · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Yuki! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Tom 💜

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Linh V.

Japan · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling in Panama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Linh! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Panama. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James

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Olivia H.

Vietnam · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Olivia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Panama. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei L.

Germany · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Panama. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Great experience overall.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Mei! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Nadia N.

Vietnam · Mar 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia N.

United States · Mar 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in Panama. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Giulia! So happy the Panama eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Hana B.

Germany · Mar 2025

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Min-jun N.

UAE · Mar 2025

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

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Panama. Come back anytime! – Yuki 💜

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Sophia C.

France · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in Panama. Zero regrets.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai B.

France · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam B.

Indonesia · Mar 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in Panama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Diego 💜

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Ava V.

Saudi Arabia · Mar 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Panama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Panama. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace 💜

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Nguyen B.

New Zealand · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Nguyen. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Yuki

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Beatriz K.

Italy · Mar 2025

✓ Verified

First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Beatriz! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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