Colombia Travel Adapters
Type A & Type B • 110 volts • 60 Hz
Colombia is home to more bird species than any other country on Earth. BirdLife International counts 1,866 confirmed species within its borders, narrowly ahead of Peru and Brazil, making it a leading destination for birdwatchers worldwide.
Colombia is a country in northwestern South America bordered by Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador, with coastlines on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The capital city is Bogotá, located high in the Andes Mountains. Other major cities include Medellín, Cali, and Cartagena. Colombia is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from tropical rainforests and coastal beaches to mountains and coffee-growing regions.
Colombia uses mains electricity supplied at 110 volts at 60 Hz. Wall outlets use Type A and Type B. Travelers from regions that use different plug types need a travel adapter for Type A or Type B; equipment that is not dual voltage requires an appropriate voltage converter.
What Plug Type Does Colombia Use?
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Adapter may also be spelled adaptor. Converter may be spelled convertor. Grounded may also be described as earthed.
Colombia uses Type A and Type B outlets, the same plug shapes used in the US. Type A plugs fit directly into Type B sockets.
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Do I need a voltage converter for Colombia?
Only if your device isn't dual voltage. Most phones, laptops, and cameras are rated for 100–240V and only need a plug adapter for Colombia's outlets. High-wattage single-voltage appliances, like hair dryers, straighteners, or some CPAP machines, need a voltage converter, not just an adapter. Check the device label for its voltage rating before you travel.
Can I use my US phone charger in Colombia?
Yes. Colombia uses the same Type A and Type B outlets as the US, so a US phone or laptop charger plugs in directly. Most chargers are rated for 100–240V, so Colombia's slightly lower 110V supply isn't an issue either.
Are Colombia and US power outlets interchangeable?
Mostly, yes. Colombia uses the same ungrounded Type A and grounded Type B plug shapes as the US, so most US plugs fit directly without an adapter. Colombia's supply runs at 110V versus 120V in the US, which most modern electronics handle without issue, though it's worth checking the label on older or high-wattage devices.
Does Colombia use more than one plug type?
Yes. Type A is an ungrounded plug with two flat parallel pins, and Type B is the same two flat pins plus a round grounding pin. Type A plugs fit directly into Type B sockets, so a Type B adapter, or none at all if you're traveling from the US, covers both.
