How To Call Panama From US
Quick Reference Summary
To call Panama from the United States:
011 + 507 + Local Number
Examples:
- For Panama City landline: 011 + 507 + XXX XXXX (8 digits)
- For Panama mobile phone: 011 + 507 + 6XXX XXXX (8 digits)
When it’s 12 PM (noon) in New York (EST), it’s 12 PM in Panama (same time during standard time, 1 hour ahead during US Daylight Saving Time).
How to Call a Landline in Panama
Calling a Panamanian landline from the United States requires following these specific steps:
- Dial the US exit code: 011
- Dial Panama’s country code: 507
- Dial the local phone number (8 digits)
For example, if you’re calling a Panama City number 212 3456, you would dial 011 507 212 3456 from the United States.
Unlike many countries, Panama does not use area codes—the entire country uses a single country code (507), and all phone numbers are 8 digits long. The first digit of the number indicates the type of service or region.
How to Call a Mobile Phone in Panama
Calling a Panamanian mobile phone follows the same pattern as landlines:
- Dial the US exit code: 011
- Dial Panama’s country code: 507
- Dial the full 8-digit mobile number (typically starting with 6)
For example, if the Panama mobile number is 6123 4567, you would dial 011 507 6123 4567 from the US.
Panamanian mobile numbers typically begin with the digit 6, though some newer numbers may begin with 5. Both are dialed the same way from the United States.
Understanding Panamanian Phone Numbers
Panama has a relatively straightforward telephone numbering system that makes international calling quite simple once you understand the structure.
Number Format
All Panamanian phone numbers consist of 8 digits. The first digit indicates the type of service:
- 2: Landlines in Panama City and surrounding areas
- 3: Landlines in certain regions
- 4: Landlines in certain regions
- 5: Some mobile phones (newer allocations)
- 6: Mobile phones (most common for mobiles)
- 7: Mobile phones (newer allocations)
- 8: Special services, toll-free numbers
- 9: Premium rate services
Total digits: Always 8 digits, whether dialed domestically or internationally
| Area | First Digits |
|---|---|
| Panama City | 2XX |
| Colón | 4XX |
| Chiriquí | 7XX |
| Other parts of Panama | 9XX |
Mobile Phone Networks
You can often tell which mobile phone company a number belongs to by looking at its first digits:
| Phone Company | Number Pattern |
|---|---|
| Movistar | 6XXX-XXXX (some 5XXX-XXXX) |
| Claro | 6XXX-XXXX (some 5XXX-XXXX) |
| Digicel | 6XXX-XXXX |
| +Móvil (Cable & Wireless) | 6XXX-XXXX |
| Tigo | 6XXX-XXXX |
When calling any Panama mobile from the US, dial 011 507 followed by the full 8-digit number.
Time Difference
Panama is in the Eastern Standard Time zone (EST/UTC-5) all year. Unlike the US, Panama doesn’t change its clocks for Daylight Saving Time. This means:
- Eastern Time (ET): Same time during winter; Panama is 1 hour behind during summer
- Central Time (CT): Panama is 1 hour ahead during winter; same time during summer
- Mountain Time (MT): Panama is 2 hours ahead during winter; 1 hour ahead during summer
- Pacific Time (PT): Panama is 3 hours ahead during winter; 2 hours ahead during summer
Because Panama doesn’t switch to Daylight Saving Time, the time difference changes when the US changes its clocks in spring and fall.
Panama’s Phone System
Panama has a modern phone system, especially in the cities. Almost everyone has a cell phone, and many people have more than one. Landlines work well in cities, especially in Panama City and other big towns.
When calling Panama, keep in mind:
- Calls usually sound clear in cities
- Some country areas may have poorer connections
- Cell phones work in most places where people live
- Many people in Panama also use WhatsApp, Zoom, and FaceTime
Best Times to Call
Panama is in the same time zone as the US East Coast (during winter), which makes calling easy. Business hours in Panama are usually:
- Monday to Friday: 8 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday: Many businesses open until noon
- Sunday: Most businesses closed
The best times to call businesses are weekdays between 9 AM and 4 PM Panama time.
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