Panama
Republic of Panama
People: Panamanian
Panama is located in Central America and has a population of around 4.1 million. Its capital city is Panama City, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
Panama — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Panama |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Panama City |
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Central America |
| Population | 4,064,780 |
| Area | 75,417 km² |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) $ |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +507 |
| Internet TLD | .pa |
| Timezone | UTC-05:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | PA / PAN |
| Borders | Colombia, Costa Rica |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Panama
What is the capital of Panama?
The capital of Panama is Panama City.
What currency does Panama use?
Panama uses the United States dollar (USD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Panama?
The official language of Panama is Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Panama?
The international dialling code for Panama is +507.
What side of the road does Panama drive on?
Panama drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Panama
Colombia
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