Plugs and Sockets in South America

Ready for a trip to South America? Brilliant! But have you given any thought to the different plug sockets and adaptors you’ll need? Every country has its own plug type, and it’s a real pain to discover you need a different adaptor when your phone’s teetering on 1% battery.

Have a look at the list below for some popular destinations, along with the type of sockets they use, the voltage, and frequency. You’ll also find out if you’ll need a travel adaptor. Trust me, being prepared with the right gear can save you from that last-minute dash to an overpriced airport shop.

DestinationNeed a Travel Adaptor?Plug TypesVoltage (volts)Frequency (hertz)
Argentina🇦🇷YesC, I22050
Aruba🇦🇼YesA, B, F12060
Bolivia🇧🇴YesA, C23050
Bonaire🇧🇶YesA, B, F12750
Brazil🇧🇷YesC, N127/22060
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YesC, I22050
Chili🇨🇱YesC, L22050
Colombia🇨🇴YesA, B11060
Curaçao🇨🇼YesA, B12750
Ecuador🇪🇨YesA, B12060
Falkland Islands🇫🇰NoG24050
French Guiana🇬🇫YesC, D, E22050
Galapagos Islands🇪🇨YesA, B12060
Guyana🇬🇾YesA, B, D, G24060
Lima🇵🇪YesA, C22060
Machu Picchu🇵🇪YesA, C22060
Medellin🇨🇴YesA, B11060
Paraguay🇵🇾YesC22050
Paramaribo🇸🇷YesA, B, C, F127/23060
Peru🇵🇪YesA, C22060
Rio de Janeiro_x000D_
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YesC, N127/22060
Suriname🇸🇷YesA, B, C, F127/23060
Uruguay🇺🇾YesC, F, L23050
Venezuela🇻🇪YesA, B12060

Other Essentials for Your Trip

Apple AirTag

Apple AirTag

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  • Always have your suitcase location at your fingertips
  • Set up in under a minute
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Vacuum Storage Bags

Vacuum Storage Bags for Traveling

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  • Includes a hand pump.
  • 6-pack.
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Packing cubes

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  • Keep your suitcase organised.
  • Keep your clothes neat and tidy.
  • 9-piece set.
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