+Movil (CWP)
4.5
Couverture la plus large du pays, eSIM dispo, app correcte.
Pros
- Couverture nationale
- eSIM en ligne
- Disponible à PTY
Cons
- Plus cher en data illimité
- Monthly fee
- 15 USD/mo
- Transfer fee
- —
Comparisons
SIM cards in Panama: +Movil, Más Móvil, Tigo, Digicel
Which SIM to buy on arrival at Tocumen? Coverage, data, eSIM, prepaid without ID — comparison tested across Panama City + Boquete.
Updated : May 2026
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Comparison table
| Service | Score | Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
+Movil (CWP)WinnerCouverture la plus large du pays, eSIM dispo, app correcte. | 4.5 | 15 USD | See offer ↗ |
Más MóvilBonne couverture urbaine, recharges partout en quartier. | 4.2 | 12 USD | See offer ↗ |
TigoBons forfaits famille + Tigo Money pour micro-transferts. | 3.8 | 14 USD | See offer ↗ |
DigicelBon en zones touristiques (Bocas, San Blas). | 3.5 | 12 USD | See offer ↗ |
Detailed cards
Más Móvil
4.2
Bonne couverture urbaine, recharges partout en quartier.
Pros
- Recharges en corner stores
- Data prepaid très compétitive
Cons
- Couverture rurale moyenne
- App basique
- Monthly fee
- 12 USD/mo
- Transfer fee
- —
Tigo
3.8
Bons forfaits famille + Tigo Money pour micro-transferts.
Pros
- App Tigo Money
- Forfaits famille
Cons
- Couverture irrégulière hors ville
- KYC plus strict pour expats
- Monthly fee
- 14 USD/mo
- Transfer fee
- —
Digicel
3.5
Bon en zones touristiques (Bocas, San Blas).
Pros
- Pas cher
- Bonne data prepaid touristes
Cons
- Service client limité
- Pas d'eSIM
- Monthly fee
- 12 USD/mo
- Transfer fee
- —
Our pick
+Movil (Cable & Wireless)
Best nationwide coverage, online eSIM activation, decent tourist prepaid available at the airport.
- Couverture nationale
- eSIM activable en ligne
- Disponible à PTY
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Frequently asked questions
Where to buy a SIM card on arrival in Panama?
At the +Movil or Más Móvil counter in Tocumen (PTY) arrivals hall, right after customs. Open 24/7. SIM + 8 GB data: ~$15. No ID required for tourist prepaid (passport for info).
Which operator has the best coverage in Panama?
+Movil (Cable & Wireless) has the widest coverage: Panama City, Bocas, Boquete, San Blas (partial), Darién (partial). Más Móvil and Tigo cover urban areas well but less remote regions. Digicel is decent on the Caribbean (Bocas).
How much does a mobile plan cost in Panama?
Tourist prepaid: $15/8 GB or $25/15 GB (30-day validity). Resident monthly plan: $20-35/month for 50-100 GB + unlimited Panama calls. Premium unlimited (data + international calls): $50-70/month.
Can you use an eSIM in Panama?
Yes — +Movil and Tigo offer online-activated eSIMs (very convenient before departure). Cost similar to physical SIM. Compatible iPhone XS+ and recent Android. Airalo and Holafly also offer Panama eSIMs (pricier but instant).
Does 5G work in Panama?
Yes but limited: 5G is deployed in Panama City (Costa del Este, Punta Pacifica, Casco Viejo) and David. Provincial coverage near-zero. 4G LTE stays the standard experience and works well in populated areas.
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