¡Bienvenido!, Panama.Panama
eSIM.
Hello, traveler. — Plans from $1.43
Stay connected across Panama with 4G/LTE and 5G on Cable & Wireless (C&W/+Móvil), Claro, and Digicel. Panama City's financial skyline, the Panama Canal locks at Miraflores, and Bocas del Toro archipelago are all on 4G. Coverage follows the Pan-American Highway. Works from the Pacific to the Caribbean.
Choose your plan
eSIM in 3 steps for Panama
Pick data amount and validity. Pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
We email a QR code instantly. Scan it in Settings — installed in under 60 seconds. No app needed.
Your phone connects to local networks automatically when you arrive. No SIM swap, no kiosk. Hotspot included.
Coverage & connectivity.
C&W (+Móvil) and Claro provide 4G/LTE across Panama's main urban and tourist areas. Panama City's Casco Viejo (UNESCO old town), the Miraflores Locks visitor centre, and Panama City Tocumen Airport have excellent 4G/5G. Bocas del Toro archipelago: Bocas town on Isla Colón has 4G; outer islands (Bastimentos, Carenero) have 4G near settlements. Boquete (coffee highlands) has 4G. Volcan Barú National Park gate has 4G; the summit (3,475 m) is outside coverage. The Pan-American Highway from Panama City to David has continuous 4G. San Blas (Guna Yala) islands have no coverage on the small islands — a true off-grid Caribbean experience. The Darien Gap has no coverage.
Questions about Panama
Does this eSIM work at the Panama Canal (Miraflores)?
Yes. The Miraflores Locks visitor centre and Gatun Locks both have solid 4G. The Panama Canal expansion (Agua Clara) visitor centre also has 4G.
Is there coverage in Bocas del Toro?
Yes. Bocas town on Isla Colón has good 4G. Bastimentos Island villages and Carenero have 4G near settlements. Starfish Beach is borderline 3G/4G.
Does the eSIM work in Boquete (coffee region)?
Yes. Boquete town and the surrounding coffee farm roads have solid 4G.
What currency does Panama use?
The balboa (PAB), pegged 1:1 to the US dollar. USD is universally accepted — in practice, Panama runs on USD bills (no balboa paper money), with balboa coins only.
Does this eSIM work in Casco Viejo (Panama City UNESCO old town)?
Yes. Casco Viejo's restored colonial streets, rooftop bars, and the Presidential Palace area all have excellent 4G/5G.
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of a physical card, you scan a QR code and your plan installs instantly — no SIM tray needed.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
iPhone XS (2018) and newer, most Android flagships from 2020+, and all Samsung Galaxy S21+ devices support eSIM. Check our compatibility page for the full device list.
How do I install the eSIM?
After purchase, we email a QR code. On iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR Code. On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. The whole process takes under 60 seconds.
Can I keep my regular SIM while using this eSIM?
Yes. Most phones support dual SIM (physical + eSIM). Keep your home number for calls and SMS — use Flysimio for data abroad. You control which SIM handles what in your phone Settings.
Does the eSIM include a hotspot (tethering)?
Yes, all Flysimio plans include mobile hotspot at no extra charge. Share your data connection with laptops, tablets, or other devices freely.
What happens when my data runs out?
You can top up data from your account dashboard at any time. Top-ups are applied instantly — no need to buy a new eSIM or wait.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. We offer a full refund within 14 days of purchase. Contact contact@flysimio.com with your order number.
How long is the eSIM valid for?
You have 6 months from your purchase date to activate the eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days) begins counting down.
Will the eSIM work at the airport when I land?
Yes — as long as you installed the eSIM before your flight, it activates automatically when your phone connects to a local network on landing. No Wi-Fi required for activation.
What if the QR code doesn't scan?
If the QR code won't scan, you can enter the activation code manually — we include both in the email. You can also contact our 24/7 support team and we'll resend or manually provision your eSIM.
