Free Call to Panama from US — $0.09/min (2026)
Call Panama for $0.09/min with BubblyPhone. WhatsApp dominant. Same time zone as US East Coast (UTC-5). No area codes. +507 dialing guide, +Movil/Tigo/Claro carriers. Panama Canal business hub.
Yes: calls to Panama are free app-to-app on WhatsApp, which almost everyone in Panama uses, and on Messenger. To call a Panamanian phone number, BubblyPhone costs from $0.092/min, $5.52 for a full hour. The country code is +507, with no area codes, and Panama shares US Eastern time (UTC-5).
Whether you're calling family in Panama City, a business near the Canal Zone, or friends in David, here's every option for calling Panama cheaply or for free.
Free: App-to-App Calls
Both people need the app and internet. No charges, no limits.
1. WhatsApp — Dominant
WhatsApp dominates Panama for personal and business communication. Free voice and video calls work reliably. +Movil, Tigo, and Claro provide solid coverage in urban areas. Panama City has excellent 4G/5G infrastructure.
2. Facebook Messenger — Very Popular
Facebook is widely used in Panama, and Messenger is a common alternative to WhatsApp. Many Panamanians use both for different contact circles.
3. FaceTime — For iPhone Users
iPhone market share in Panama is around 25-30%. Samsung is the leading brand. FaceTime works if both sides have Apple devices.
4. Telegram — Some Users
Telegram has a growing user base in Panama, especially among younger and tech-savvy users. It offers free voice and video calls.
Calling Panamanian Phone Numbers — Moderate Rates
Panama is moderately priced for international calling:
| Service | Mobile Rate | Landline Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BubblyPhone | $0.092/min | $0.092/min | Browser, iOS, Android |
| Google Voice | $0.15/min | $0.05/min | US Google account required |
| Rebtel | $0.16/min | $0.05/min | Unlimited plans available |
| AT&T / Verizon | $1.50-3.00/min | $1.50-3.00/min | Up to 49x more expensive |
Our honest take: Google Voice ($0.05/min mobile) is slightly cheaper than BubblyPhone ($0.092/min) for Panamanian mobiles. For landlines, Google Voice ($0.03/min) is cheaper. But WhatsApp is free and everyone in Panama uses it.
How to Dial Panama from the US
# From a US phone:
011 + 507 + 7-8 digit number
# From a mobile (or VoIP app):
+507 + 7-8 digit number
# Example — calling a Panama City landline:
+507 234 5678
# Example — calling a Panamanian mobile:
+507 6123 4567
# Example — calling David (Chiriqui):
+507 775 1234
Important: Panama has no area codes. All numbers are 7-8 digits. Landlines are 7 digits, mobiles are 8 digits starting with 6. Just dial +507 and the number directly. No leading 0 to drop.
Number Format
- Landlines: 7 digits (e.g., 234-5678)
- Mobiles: 8 digits starting with 6 (e.g., 6123-4567)
- No area codes: Panama is a single zone
- No leading 0: Just +507 + number
- Panama Canal Zone: Same numbering
Carriers & Mobile
- +Movil: Largest carrier
- Tigo: Second largest (Millicom)
- Claro: Third carrier (America Movil)
- All mobiles: Start with 6
- Coverage: Good in cities, weaker in rural/Darien
Which Method Should You Use?
Calling family in Panama
WhatsApp — free and universally used. Same time zone as US East Coast makes scheduling easy.
Calling a Panamanian business
Google Voice ($0.03/min landline) or BubblyPhone ($0.092/min). Panama City is a major international business hub — English is common in the Canal Zone and banking sector.
Calling a Panamanian mobile number
Google Voice ($0.05/min) is slightly cheaper than BubblyPhone ($0.092/min). But WhatsApp is free.
Calling Panama Canal-related businesses
Google Voice or BubblyPhone for office landlines. The Canal Zone is well-connected with excellent infrastructure and English-speaking staff.
Tips for Calling Panama
- Panama is the same time as US East Coast (EST, UTC-5). When it's 10 AM in New York, it's 10 AM in Panama City. No time zone math needed
- International business hub — Panama City is a major financial center. The Canal Zone, Colon Free Zone, and banking sector mean many businesses operate in English and Spanish
- US dollar is used — Panama uses the US dollar (called "Balboa"). This close economic tie to the US means many Panamanians have US connections
- Simple dialing — no area codes, no leading 0. Just +507 and the number. Mobiles start with 6, landlines don't
- Skype shut down in 2025 — if you used Skype to call Panama, switch to WhatsApp (free), Google Voice ($0.03-0.05/min), or BubblyPhone ($0.092/min)
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