Panama Calling Code: +507
Complete guide to calling Panama — international dialing code, step-by-step instructions, and FAQ.
How to Call Panama from Abroad
📞 Step-by-Step Dialing Guide
- Dial your country's exit code (e.g. 011 from US, 00 from most countries, + from mobile)
- Dial +507 — the country calling code for Panama
- Dial the local phone number (area code + subscriber number)
About Panama Calling Code
Every country has a unique international dialing prefix; for Panama it is +507. The ITU assigns these codes under recommendation E.164. Dial +507 after your country's exit code, then the local subscriber number. Panama is in North America.
Panama is known locally as Panamá — Panama City is the capital. When saving an international contact, write the number in full international format with +507 so it works from any country.
The ITU-T E.164 recommendation standardizes international numbering, giving every country and territory a distinct prefix. Without the correct prefix, international calls cannot be routed to the right destination.
Where the +507 Calling Code Is Used
The country code +507 is assigned to Panama, located in Central America, with the capital Panama City. This code is part of the international telephony numbering plan and is used for all calls made to Panama from outside the country.
A number displayed as +507 … is in international format: +507 replaces the domestic trunk prefix. From abroad, always drop any leading 0 of the area code and dial +507 + area code + subscriber number.
Calling codes starting with 5 are part of the ITU's regional numbering plan for the area around Panama, in Central America. When saving Panama numbers internationally, write +507 followed by the area code without its leading 0 — this format works from every country.
Panama Phone Number Formats
Numbers in Panama use the standard E.164 pattern — +507, then the area code, then the subscriber number. The same layout applies to landlines and mobile phones:
📱 Number Structure
- International format: +507 [area code] [subscriber number]
- From abroad: exit code + +507 + local number (drop the trunk prefix 0)
- Within Panama: dial the local number directly
In most countries, domestic numbers start with a trunk prefix (often 0) that must be omitted internationally: dial your exit code, then +507, then the local number as written without its leading zero.
Time Zone in Panama
Panama runs on America/Panama, which is UTC-05:00 UTC. Schedule international calls accordingly — a convenient time for you may be very early or very late there.
Use the UTC offset (UTC-05:00) to plan calls to Panama. For most international callers, the practical rule is: schedule business-hour calls to Panama City during the overlap between your working day and theirs.
Daylight saving time can shift Panama's clock by one hour in summer. For time-critical calls, confirm the current UTC offset rather than relying on the standard value.
Emergency Numbers in Panama
If you need urgent help while in Panama, dial the local emergency numbers below. Note that these numbers are only for use inside Panama.
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 911 |
| Fire | 911 |
| Ambulance | 911 |
Example: Calling Panama Numbers in Practice
Here is how a typical call to Panama works, depending on where you are calling from:
🌍 From the United States or Canada
- Dial the US/Canada exit code 011
- Dial the Panama country code +507
- Dial the local number (area code + subscriber number, without the trunk prefix 0)
Example: 011 +507 [area code] [number]
🌍 From the United Kingdom or Europe
- Dial the international access code 00 (or use the + symbol on mobile)
- Dial the Panama country code +507
- Dial the local number
Example: 00 +507 [area code] [number], or +507 [area code] [number] from any mobile phone
Leading zeros in domestic area codes are not dialed internationally. Write the number as +507 + area code (no leading 0) + subscriber number.
Calling Panama from Major Countries
International exit codes differ by country. Use this reference when dialing Panama (+507) from abroad:
| Calling From | Exit Code | Full International Dialing |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 011 | 011 507 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 | 00 507 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 | 0011 507 [local number] |
| China | 00 | 00 507 [local number] |
| Japan | 010 | 010 507 [local number] |
| India | 00 | 00 507 [local number] |
| Germany | 00 | 00 507 [local number] |
| France | 00 | 00 507 [local number] |
On mobile phones, the + symbol replaces the exit code entirely — just dial +507 followed by the local number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the calling code for Panama?
The international calling code for Panama is +507.
How do I call Panama from the United States?
Dial 011 (US exit code), then +507, then the local phone number.
How do I call Panama from the United Kingdom?
Dial 00 (UK exit code), then +507, then the local phone number.
Can I use the + symbol instead of the exit code?
Yes! On mobile phones you can dial +507 directly followed by the local number. The + symbol automatically replaces your country's exit code.
How do I call within Panama?
If you're already in Panama, simply dial the local number directly. You do not need to use the country code +507 for domestic calls.
What is the capital of Panama?
The capital of Panama is Panama City. When calling the capital from abroad, dial +507 followed by the local area code (without the leading 0) and the number.
What are the emergency numbers in Panama?
Police: 911, Fire: 911, Ambulance: 911. These numbers are only valid inside Panama.
Other Countries in North America
Nearby countries and their calling codes:
Calling Panama from United States or Canada works the same way: dial your local exit code first, then +507, then the local number. Within North America, many callers simply use the + symbol on mobile to avoid exit-code differences.