Capital city, Panama
Internet in Panama City: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Panama City?
Median fixed broadband in Panama is 233 Mbps and mobile is 40 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Casco Viejo, Bella Vista and Obarrio generally have good wifi; coworking spaces have redundant lines.
Getting online in Panama City
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Cable & Wireless (+Móvil), Tigo and Claro is widespread; 300–1000 Mbps for about $30–60 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Cafés in Casco Viejo, Bella Vista and Obarrio generally have good wifi; coworking spaces have redundant lines. |
| Outages | Short outages after heavy storms. |
| Tourist SIM | +Móvil and Tigo sell prepaid SIMs at the airport and in malls with your passport; monthly data plans are affordable. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | +Móvil, Tigo |
| Monthly data plan | $15–30 ($15–30) |
Coworking spaces in Panama City
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
Internet speeds in Mexico & Central America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Panama | 233 Mbps | 40 Mbps |
| Costa Rica | 182 Mbps | 71 Mbps |
| El Salvador | 137 Mbps | 38 Mbps |
| Mexico | 118 Mbps | 46 Mbps |
| Nicaragua | 103 Mbps | 28 Mbps |
| Guatemala | 100 Mbps | 63 Mbps |
| Honduras | 96 Mbps | 43 Mbps |
| Belize | 53 Mbps | — |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Panama City?
Median fixed broadband in Panama is 233 Mbps and mobile is 40 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Cafés in Casco Viejo, Bella Vista and Obarrio generally have good wifi; coworking spaces have redundant lines.
Which SIM card should I get in Panama City?
+Móvil and Tigo sell prepaid SIMs at the airport and in malls with your passport; monthly data plans are affordable.
Can I use an eSIM in Panama?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Panama City?
Yes: WeWork, Regus.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Panama
- +Móvil
- Tigo
- Metro de Panamá
- Tocumen International Airport
- Panama Tourism Authority (ATP)
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.