Includes information on internet accessibility, the cellular phone technology in use, which U.S. cell phone services work in this country, the prevalence of Wi-Fi in hotels, what types of voltage and plugs are used, and other technological information of interest to U.S. businesses.
Last Published: 4/17/2016
Panama has an excellent telecommunications infrastructure, which includes broadband internet penetration, calling card availability, and public phone services.  Access to internet services and international direct dial is available in most public places around Panama City and other major cities.  Most hotels offer free Wi-Fi connection, and direct dial is available to more than 150 countries worldwide.  Panamanian cell phone service operates using GSM technology, and travelers may purchase buy prepaid SIM chips for unlocked GSM phones at various retail outlets, airports, etc.  There are 170 radio stations and five television stations in Panama.  Both cable TV service and satellite-based services are well-established in Panama. 

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