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Mexico Outlet, Plug & Voltage Guide for Travelers  (Complete Edition)⚡

Mexico outlet plug and voltage guide

Planning a trip to Mexico? Whether you’re dreaming of Cancun beaches, Mexico City museums, Oaxaca food markets, Tulum ruins, Puerto Vallarta sunsets, Los Cabos resorts, cenotes in the Yucatán, or colorful colonial cities like San Miguel de Allende, you’re going to want your phone, camera, chargers, and travel tech ready from the moment you arrive.

Mexico is one of those destinations where travelers often assume the power setup will be simple — and for many people, it is. Mexico uses Type A and Type B plugs, the same basic plug shapes used in the United States and Canada. It also runs on 127V, 60 Hz, which is close enough to the U.S. and Canadian setup that most North American travelers will not need a voltage converter.

But Mexico is also a major international destination, and not everyone is traveling from North America. If you’re coming from Europe, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, much of Asia, Africa, or South America, you may need a plug adapter — and if you’re bringing single-voltage appliances, you need to pay attention to voltage too.

That’s why this guide exists.

This is a complete, no-nonsense Mexico outlet, plug, and voltage guide with clear explanations and practical packing advice for travelers from around the world. Scroll to your country or region below for exactly what you need — no guessing, no fried hair tools, no dead phone at the airport.

⚡ Quick Overview: What You Need for Mexico

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✔ Plug Adapter

Mexico uses Type A and Type B plugs.

Type A has two flat parallel pins.
Type B has two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin.

If your home country uses a different plug shape, you’ll need a plug adapter for Mexico.

Travelers from the USA and Canada usually have compatible plugs already, but there is one small catch: some older or simpler outlets in Mexico may only accept two-prong Type A plugs. If you travel with three-prong Type B plugs, a small 3-to-2 prong adapter can be useful.

✔ Dual-Voltage Electronics

Phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, e-readers, power banks, and most modern USB chargers are usually labeled 100–240V. If your charger says that, you normally only need the correct plug adapter for Mexico.

No voltage converter is usually needed for dual-voltage electronics.

✔ Single-Voltage Small Appliances (Converter needed)

This is where travelers need to be careful.

Mexico runs on 127V, which is much lower than the 220–240V used in many countries. If your device is labeled 220–240V only, it is not designed to run properly on Mexican power by itself. If you have an appliance you must use that is 220V or higher you need a step up voltage converter to run them properly.

A plug adapter only changes the plug shape. It does not change voltage.

Hair dryers, curling irons, straighteners, steamers, electric kettles, and other heat-based appliances are the most common problem items.

✔ Multi-Port USB Charger

A multi-port USB charger is one of the easiest ways to keep your phone, watch, earbuds, camera batteries, power bank, and tablet charged without fighting over outlets in a hotel room.

✔ Travel Power Strip

A compact travel power strip can be very useful in Mexico, especially if you’re sharing a room, staying in older hotels, visiting smaller towns, or juggling several devices at once.

✔ Power Bank

A power bank is a must for Mexico travel — beach days, airport transfers, long sightseeing days, ruins, food tours, boat trips, rental car navigation, rideshares, and heavy photo/video use can drain your phone fast.

✔ Electronics Organizer

Keep your chargers, cables, adapters, USB cords, camera batteries, memory cards, and tiny tech pieces from disappearing into the bottom of your bag.

Travel Hack

A universal adapter + travel power strip + multi-port USB charger = an instant charging hub for Mexico hotel rooms, resorts, Airbnbs, cruise cabins, and long travel days.

Mexico’s Electrical Basics

Plug Types Used:
Type A – two flat parallel pins
Type B – two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin

Voltage: 127V
Frequency: 60 Hz

✔ Safe With Only the Correct Plug Adapter

These are usually fine in Mexico if they are labeled 100–240V:

  • Phones
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • Cameras
  • Power banks
  • E-readers
  • Bluetooth headphones / earbuds
  • Smart watches
  • Most modern USB chargers

Not Always Safe

Check the label carefully before packing:

  • Hair dryers
  • Curling irons
  • Straighteners
  • Steamers
  • Heating pads
  • Electric kettles
  • Cheap or older chargers
  • Any device labeled 220–240V only

Check the Voltage Label Before You Pack

Look at the fine print on your charger or device:

“100–240V” → usually safe in Mexico with the correct plug adapter.
“110–127V” → usually safe in Mexico from a voltage standpoint.
“220–240V only” → not automatically safe for use in Mexico.

For most travelers, the safest move is simple: bring dual-voltage electronics and leave single-voltage heat tools at home unless you truly know what you’re doing.

Frequency Note

Mexico uses 60 Hz electricity. For most modern electronics, frequency is not the main issue. Voltage and plug shape are usually the bigger things to check.

Frequency may matter more for certain clocks, motors, older appliances, and some heat-based tools.

Consistency

Mexico’s standard electrical setup is broadly consistent: 127V / 60 Hz with Type A and Type B plugs.

Whether you’re going to Mexico City, Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Oaxaca, Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, Mérida, San Miguel de Allende, or the Riviera Maya, the basic setup is the same.

The one practical thing to remember is that some outlets may be two-prong Type A only, especially in older buildings or simpler accommodations. If you’re bringing three-prong Type B plugs, a small 3-to-2 prong adapter can be useful.

⚡ Quick Jump to Your Region

🌎 North America

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🔌 110–127V / 50–60 Hz Countries

🇨🇦 Canada

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A/B. Canada uses the same basic electrical setup as the United States, and it is very close to Mexico’s setup too.

Vs. Mexico: Very similar. Mexico uses 127V instead of 120V, but that small difference is not usually a practical issue for modern electronics. Canadian plugs will usually fit Mexico’s Type A/B outlets.

The only small catch is that some Mexico outlets may only accept two-prong Type A plugs. If you’re bringing three-prong Type B plugs, a small 3-to-2 prong adapter can be useful.

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🇺🇸 United States

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A/B. The United States and Mexico use very similar electrical systems.

Vs. Mexico: Very easy. Mexico uses 127V, 60 Hz, and Type A/B plugs. Most U.S. travelers will not need a voltage converter, and their plugs will usually fit.

The main issue is outlet style. Some older or simpler Mexico outlets may be two-prong only, so a small 3-to-2 prong adapter can be helpful if you bring three-prong plugs.

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🔌220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

🇬🇱 Greenland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, with European-style plug types used. Greenland does not use the same plug shape or voltage as Mexico.

Vs. Mexico: Very different. Mexico uses 127V / 60 Hz with Type A/B plugs. Travelers from Greenland will usually need a plug adapter for Mexico, and any single-voltage 220–240V appliance would need a step-up converter to run safely on Mexican power.

Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually the easy exception.

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🌎 Central America & Caribbean

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🔌 110–127V / 50–60 Hz Countries

✅ Usually Adapter-Free or Very Easy for Mexico Travel

Travelers from these countries are already used to power that is the same as or very close to Mexico’s 127V / 60 Hz system. In many cases, the plug shapes are also the same or similar. That means Mexico is usually an easy transition from an electricity standpoint.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine
➡️ Most travelers will not need a voltage converter for Mexico
➡️ Some travelers may not need a plug adapter at all if they already use Type A / B
➡️ Mixed-system countries still require a little extra attention depending on the exact outlet and local setup at home

🇧🇿 Belize

Home: 110V / 220V mix, 60 Hz, A / B / G.

Mexico vs. Home: Belize can be a mixed setup, but many travelers will already be used to 110V/60Hz and Type A/B outlets. For Mexico travel, you may not need much beyond your usual chargers, especially if your devices already use Type A or B plugs. If your home setup relies on Type G devices, you may need a plug adapter for Mexico.

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💡 Most travelers from Belize will not need a voltage converter for Mexico, but check your devices to be sure.

🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Extremely similar to Mexico. Most travelers from Costa Rica can use their electronics in Mexico without a converter, and their plugs will usually already fit.

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🇸🇻 El Salvador

Home: 115V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very close to Mexico’s system. Most electronics should work normally, and plug compatibility is usually easy.

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🇬🇹 Guatemala

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar to Mexico. Most travelers will not need an adapter or a converter.

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🇭🇳 Honduras

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar. Mexico travel is usually straightforward from an electricity standpoint.

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🇳🇮 Nicaragua

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar to Mexico’s system, so most travelers won’t need anything special.

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🇵🇦 Panama

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar. In most cases, your electronics and plugs should work just fine in Mexico.

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🇧🇸 Bahamas

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very close to Mexico’s setup. This is one of the easiest transitions.

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🇧🇧 Barbados

Home: 115V, 50 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Voltage is close to Mexico’s system, and plug shapes are familiar. The main difference is frequency, but that usually matters more for certain motorized or heat-based appliances than for modern electronics.

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🇨🇺 Cuba

Home: 110V / 220V mix, 60 Hz, A / B / C / L.

Mexico vs. Home: Cuba is a mixed case. Some travelers will already be used to 110V power, while others may regularly encounter 220V depending on where they live or stay. For Mexico, some of your devices may work normally, but plug compatibility and voltage assumptions can be less predictable than in other nearby countries.

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💡 Check your specific device labels before you travel, especially if you normally use a mixed-voltage setup.

🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B / C.

Mexico vs. Home: Very close to Mexico’s system. Many travelers will already be compatible with Mexican voltage, and some plugs may already fit depending on the device.

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🇭🇹 Haiti

Home: 110V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar. This is usually an easy match for travel to Mexico.

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🇯🇲 Jamaica

Home: 110V, 50 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Voltage and plugs are close to Mexico’s system, though the frequency difference may matter for a few specific appliances. For most travelers, modern electronics are straightforward.

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🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Home: 115V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar to Mexico. Most travelers should not need a converter, and plug compatibility is usually easy.

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🔌 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Adapter Needed, and a Step-Up Converter May Be Needed for Single-Voltage 220–240V Devices

Travelers from these countries are used to higher voltage than Mexico. That means:

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually fine with the right plug adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter to run properly in Mexico
➡️ If your home country already uses Type A or B, you may not always need an adapter — but the voltage issue still matters

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda

Home: 230V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Plug shapes are the same, but the voltage is much higher at home than in Mexico. Dual-voltage electronics are usually easy, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇩🇲 Dominica

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico. You’ll usually need a plug adapter for Type A/B outlets in Mexico, and any single-voltage 220–240V appliance will need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇩 Grenada

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G.

Mexico vs. Home: The voltage is much higher than in Mexico, and the plug shape is different too. You’ll need a plug adapter, and possibly a step-up converter for single-voltage 220–240V tools.

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🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis

Home: 230V, 60 Hz, A / B / D / G.

Mexico vs. Home: Plug shapes can overlap in some cases, but the home voltage is still much higher than in Mexico. Dual-voltage electronics are easy, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances still need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇨 Saint Lucia

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, A / B / G.

Mexico vs. Home: Some plug shapes overlap, but the voltage is much higher than in Mexico. That means dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, A / B / G.

Mexico vs. Home: Similar to Saint Lucia: some plugs may overlap, but the voltage is much higher than in Mexico. Dual-voltage devices are usually easy, while single-voltage 220–240V tools need a step-up converter.

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🌎 South America

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🔌 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Adapter Needed, and a Step-Up Converter May Be Needed for Single-Voltage 220–240V Devices

Travelers from these countries are used to higher voltage than Mexico. That means:

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually fine with the right plug adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter to run properly in Mexico
➡️ Some countries use plug types that are very different from Mexico’s Type A / B outlets, so an adapter is often part of the equation too.

🇦🇷 Argentina

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / I.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico’s setup. Argentina uses higher voltage and different plug types, so travelers to Mexico will usually need a plug adapter, and any single-voltage 220–240V appliance will need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇱 Chile

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / L.

Mexico vs. Home: Chile runs on much higher voltage than Mexico and uses different plugs, so Mexico travel usually means needing both a plug adapter and, for some appliances, a step-up converter.

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🇵🇾 Paraguay

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C.

Mexico vs. Home: Paraguay’s voltage is much higher than Mexico’s standard, and the plug type is different too. Dual-voltage electronics are usually easy, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇵🇪 Peru

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, A / C.

Mexico vs. Home: Peru is a little mixed in feel because Type A appears there too, but the voltage is still much higher than in Mexico. That means some plugs may look familiar, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances still need a step-up converter in Mexico.

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🇺🇾 Uruguay

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F / I / L.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico’s setup. Uruguay uses higher voltage and several non-Mexico plug types, so travelers to Mexico usually need a plug adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🔌 110–127V / 60 Hz or Mixed-Voltage Countries

✅ Sometimes Very Easy, Sometimes Mixed — Check Your Exact Setup

This second group is less uniform.

➡️ Countries that already use 110–127V / 60Hz and Type A / B are usually very easy for Mexico travel
➡️ Mixed-voltage countries need more attention, because some homes, hotels, or regions may use higher voltage or different plugs
➡️ If you normally use 220–240V appliances at home, those may still need a step-up converter in Mexico.

🇧🇷 Brazil

Home: 127 / 220V, 60 Hz, N.

Mexico vs. Home: Brazil is a mixed-voltage case. Some travelers will be coming from 127V, which is very close to Mexico’s standard, while others may be used to 220V. The plug shape is different from Mexico either way, so you’ll usually need a plug adapter, and some travelers may also need a step-up converter for single-voltage 220V appliances.

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🇧🇴 Bolivia

Home: 115 / 230V, 50 Hz, A / C.

Mexico vs. Home: Bolivia is also a mixed-voltage case rather than a simple high-voltage one. If you normally use 115V devices, the move to Mexico is usually easier. If you rely on 230V appliances, those may need a step-up converter in Mexico. Plug compatibility can also vary depending on what you use at home.

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🇨🇴 Colombia

Home: 110V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Extremely easy. Colombia’s electrical setup is very close to Mexico’s, so most travelers won’t need a voltage converter, and many plugs are already compatible.

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🇪🇨 Ecuador

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very easy. Ecuador and Mexico use very similar basic electrical systems, so most travelers won’t need a converter or a special adapter.

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🇬🇾 Guyana

Home: 240V, 60 Hz, A / B / D / G.

Mexico vs. Home: Guyana is not really a low-voltage country in the way people sometimes assume. The voltage is much higher than in Mexico, even though A / B plugs do appear in the mix. That means some plugs may overlap, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances still need a step-up converter in Mexico.

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🇸🇷 Suriname

Home: 110 / 220V, 60 Hz, A / B / C / F.

Mexico vs. Home: Suriname is another mixed-voltage case. If your devices are already used on 110V, Mexico may be straightforward. If you rely on 220V appliances, you may still need a step-up converter in Mexico. Plug compatibility also varies because several outlet types are in use.

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🇻🇪 Venezuela

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very easy from a pure electricity standpoint. Venezuela’s setup is very close to Mexico’s, so most travelers won’t need a converter, and plugs are usually compatible.

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🌏 Oceania

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🔌 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Adapter Needed, and a Step-Up Converter May Be Needed for Single-Voltage 220–240V Devices

Most of Oceania uses higher voltage than Mexico, and many countries in the region use Type I plugs. That means:

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually fine with the right plug adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter to run properly in Mexico
➡️ Since Type I does not fit Mexico’s Type A/B outlets, many travelers will need a plug adapter too.

🇦🇺 Australia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Australia uses much higher voltage than Mexico, and the plug shape is different too. Travelers to Mexico will usually need a plug adapter, and any single-voltage 220–240V appliance will need a step-up converter.

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🇳🇿 New Zealand

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Very similar to Australia from a power standpoint. Mexico uses lower voltage and different plug shapes, so most travelers will need a plug adapter, and some will also need a step-up converter.

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🇫🇯 Fiji

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Fiji uses much higher voltage than Mexico, and the plug shape is different. Dual-voltage electronics are usually easy with an adapter, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter in Mexico.

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🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico’s setup. Travelers to Mexico will usually need a plug adapter, and any single-voltage 220–240V appliance will need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇧 Solomon Islands

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Mexico uses lower voltage and different outlet shapes, so travelers from the Solomon Islands will usually need a plug adapter, and some devices may also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇴 Tonga

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico’s system. You’ll usually need a plug adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances will need a step-up converter.

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🇼🇸 Samoa

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Samoa uses much higher voltage than Mexico, and the plug shape is different too. Travelers to Mexico will usually need a plug adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇻 Tuvalu

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: The voltage is much higher than in Mexico, and the plug shape is different. Travelers will usually need both a plug adapter and, for some appliances, a step-up converter.

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🇻🇺 Vanuatu

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico. Dual-voltage electronics are usually simple with an adapter, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇮 Kiribati

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Kiribati uses higher voltage and different plug types than Mexico, so a plug adapter is usually needed, and a step-up converter may be needed for single-voltage appliances.

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🇳🇷 Nauru

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Mexico vs. Home: Very different from Mexico’s setup. Travelers to Mexico will usually need a plug adapter, and any single-voltage 220–240V appliance will need a step-up converter.

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🔌 120V / 60 Hz Countries

✅ Usually Very Easy for Mexico Travel

A few parts of Oceania already use 120V / 60Hz, which is very close to Mexico’s basic power system.

➡️ Most travelers from these places will not need a voltage converter for Mexico
➡️ If they already use Type A / B, plug compatibility is often easy too
➡️ Mixed-plug countries may still benefit from a universal adapter.

🇲🇭 Marshall Islands

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Extremely easy. The Marshall Islands use a setup very close to Mexico’s, so most travelers will not need a converter, and many plugs are already compatible.

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🇫🇲 Micronesia

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very easy. Micronesia and Mexico use very similar voltage, frequency, and plug families, so most travelers won’t need anything special.

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🇵🇼 Palau

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B.

Mexico vs. Home: Very easy from an electricity standpoint. Most electronics should work normally in Mexico without a converter.

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🇦🇸 American Samoa

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B / F / I.

Mexico vs. Home: The voltage is already very close to Mexico’s, so a voltage converter is usually not needed. Plug types vary more than in some other places, though, so a universal adapter is still a smart idea if you regularly use something other than Type A/B.

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🌍 Europe

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🔌 230V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Step-Up Converter Needed for Single-Voltage 220–240V Appliances

Travelers from most of Europe are used to 230V / 50Hz power, which is much higher voltage than Mexico’s 127V / 60Hz system. That means:

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V usually only need an adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 220–240V hair tools and appliances need a step-up converter to run properly in Mexico
➡️ Most European plug shapes are also different from Mexico’s Type A / B outlets, so many travelers will need a plug adapter too.

🇦🇱 Albania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and the plug shape is different too, so you’ll usually need an adapter. If you’re bringing a single-voltage 220–240V appliance, you’ll also need a step-up converter.

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🇦🇩 Andorra

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so you’ll usually need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇦🇹 Austria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs do not fit Mexican outlets, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇪 Belgium

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so you’ll usually need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter in Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇭🇷 Croatia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇿 Czechia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico’s Type A / B outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇩🇰 Denmark

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E / F / K

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and these plug types are different from Mexican outlets, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇪🇪 Estonia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter in Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇫🇮 Finland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇫🇷 France

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and French plugs still need an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇩🇪 Germany

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and German plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican sockets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇷 Greece

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so you’ll need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇭🇺 Hungary

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇸 Iceland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇪 Ireland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets, so you’ll still need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇹 Italy

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F / L

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Italian plug types are still different from Mexico’s Type A / B, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇻 Latvia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇹 Lithuania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇹 Malta

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not Mexico-compatible, so many travelers will still need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇩 Moldova

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter in Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇨 Monaco

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and those plug types are still different from Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇪 Montenegro

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇳🇱 Netherlands

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Dutch plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇰 North Macedonia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs need an adapter in Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇳🇴 Norway

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Norwegian plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican sockets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇵🇱 Poland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still require a Mexico adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇵🇹 Portugal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇷🇴 Romania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇷🇸 Serbia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇰 Slovakia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇮 Slovenia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need a Mexico adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇪🇸 Spain

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Spanish plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican sockets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇪 Sweden

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter in Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇭 Switzerland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / J

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Swiss plugs still need a Type A / B adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇺🇦 Ukraine

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets, so you’ll need an adapter. If you’re bringing a single-voltage 220–240V appliance, you’ll also need a step-up converter.

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🇻🇦 Vatican City

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F / L

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and the plug shapes still differ from Type A / B, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🌏 Asia

map of Asia

🔌 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Step-Up Converter Needed for Single-Voltage 220–240V Appliances

Most of Asia uses 220–240V, which is much higher than Mexico’s 127V / 60Hz system. That means:

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V usually only need an adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 220–240V hair tools and appliances need a step-up converter to run properly in Mexico
➡️ Many Asian plug types are also different from Mexico’s Type A / B outlets, so travelers will often need a plug adapter too.

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so you’ll usually need an adapter. If you’re bringing a single-voltage 220–240V appliance, you’ll also need a step-up converter.

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🇦🇲 Armenia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs need an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇭 Bahrain

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, C / D / G / K

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some local plug types differ from Mexican outlets, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇹 Bhutan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / G / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Plug compatibility varies, but many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇳 Brunei

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇭 Cambodia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, A / C / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some plugs may overlap a little, but many travelers will still need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇳 China

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, A / C / I

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some plug styles differ from Mexican outlets, so many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter. China commonly uses 220V power with plug types that differ from standard Mexican outlets.

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🇨🇾 Cyprus

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G does not fit Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇪 Georgia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇳 India

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / D / M plugs are different from Mexico’s Type A / B, so you’ll usually need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇩 Indonesia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇷 Iran

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇶 Iraq

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some local plug types differ from Mexican outlets, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇮🇱 Israel

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / H

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / H plugs are different from Mexican outlets, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇯🇴 Jordan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / F / G / J

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Plug compatibility varies, but many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇼 Kuwait

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇦 Laos

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, A / B / C / E / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some plugs may already look familiar, but many travelers will still need an adapter depending on what they use at home. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇧 Lebanon

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Plug compatibility varies, but many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇾 Malaysia

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇻 Maldives

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G / J / K / L

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Plug compatibility varies, but many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇳 Mongolia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇲 Myanmar

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / F / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G still does not fit Mexican outlets, and other local plug types vary too, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇳🇵 Nepal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / D / M are different from Mexico’s Type A / B. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇴🇲 Oman

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G does not fit Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇵🇰 Pakistan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / D / M plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇵🇭 Philippines

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, A / B / C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is still much higher than in Mexico, even though some plug shapes overlap more than in other parts of Asia. That means some travelers may still need an adapter depending on what they use at home, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter.

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🇶🇦 Qatar

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Home: 220–230V, 60 Hz, A / B / C / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is still much higher than in Mexico. Some plug types may overlap, but single-voltage 220–240V appliances still need a step-up converter, and some travelers may also need an adapter depending on what plug type they use at home. Saudi Arabia commonly uses 220–230V power with mixed outlet types.

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🇸🇬 Singapore

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇷 South Korea

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is still much higher than in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Plug compatibility varies, but many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇾 Syria

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E / L

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and these plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇯 Tajikistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs require an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇭 Thailand

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, A / B / C / O

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some plugs may look familiar, but Thailand’s power is still 220V, so single-voltage 220–240V appliances need a step-up converter for Mexico. Some travelers may also need an adapter depending on the exact plugs they use at home. Thailand commonly uses 220V/50Hz with mixed outlet types including its newer Type O.

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🇹🇱 Timor-Leste

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F / I

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F / I plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇷 Turkey

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇲 Turkmenistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇻🇳 Vietnam

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, A / C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some plug styles may partially overlap, but many travelers will still need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇾🇪 Yemen

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, A / D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Some plug types differ from Mexican outlets, so many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🔌 100–120V Countries

✅ Usually Very Easy for Mexico Travel

These countries are already much closer to Mexico’s 127V / 60Hz system.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine
➡️ Many travelers won’t need a voltage converter at all
➡️ Plug compatibility is often easy too, especially where Type A / B is already standard. Japan and Taiwan are the main countries in this bucket here, and both use outlet types that overlap heavily with Mexico.

🇯🇵 Japan

Home: 100V, 50/60 Hz, A / B

Mexico vs Home: Japan is one of the easier transitions for Mexico travel. The voltage is lower at home, but it is still much closer to Mexico than the 220–240V systems used in most of Asia. Many Japanese plugs already fit Mexican outlets, and modern electronics are often straightforward. Japan uses 100V with both 50Hz and 60Hz depending on region, and Type A/B style plugs are standard.

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🇹🇼 Taiwan

Home: 110V, 60 Hz, A / B

Mexico vs Home: Very easy. Taiwan already uses a setup very close to Mexico, so most travelers won’t need a converter, and many plugs are already compatible. Taiwan is a close match to Mexico at 110V/60Hz with Type A/B outlets.

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🌍 Africa

map of Africa

🔌 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Step-Up Converter Needed for Single-Voltage 220–240V Appliances

Vast majority of Africa

Mexico’s 127V / 60Hz system is much lower voltage than most of Africa. In many cases, travelers will need the correct plug adapter, and if they are bringing a single-voltage 220–240V appliance, they will also need a step-up converter to run it properly in Mexico.

➡️ Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V usually only need an adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 220–240V hair tools and appliances need a step-up converter
➡️ Some countries use plug types that overlap a little with Mexico’s Type A / B plugs, but the voltage issue still matters

🇩🇿 Algeria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so you’ll need an adapter. If you’re bringing a single-voltage 220–240V appliance, you’ll also need a step-up converter.

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🇦🇴 Angola

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C does not fit Mexico’s Type A / B outlets, so you’ll need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇯 Benin

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not Mexico-compatible, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇼 Botswana

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G is not Mexico-compatible, and D / M are not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇧🇮 Burundi

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇲 Cameroon

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇫 Central African Republic

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇩 Chad

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico’s Type A / B outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇲 Comoros

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not directly compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇬 Congo (Brazzaville)

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C is not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇩🇯 Djibouti

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇪🇬 Egypt

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs are not compatible with Mexico’s Type A / B outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are different from Mexico’s Type A / B. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇪🇷 Eritrea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C requires an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇿 Eswatini

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type M needs an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F / L

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F / L plugs are not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇦 Gabon

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C requires an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇲 Gambia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets, so many travelers will still need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇭 Ghana

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G devices do not fit Mexican outlets, and Type D does not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇳 Guinea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C is not Mexico-compatible. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇰🇪 Kenya

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇸 Lesotho

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type M needs an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇱🇾 Libya

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / F / L

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and these plugs are still different from Mexico’s Type A / B. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇼 Malawi

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇱 Mali

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇷 Mauritania

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C requires an adapter.

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🇲🇺 Mauritius

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G does not fit Mexican outlets, and Type C does not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇲🇦 Morocco

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs are not Mexico-compatible.

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🇲🇿 Mozambique

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F / M plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇳🇦 Namibia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, D / M

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and D / M plugs require an adapter for Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇳🇪 Niger

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still need an adapter.

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🇳🇬 Nigeria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G devices do not fit Mexican outlets, and Type D does not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇷🇼 Rwanda

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / J

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / J plugs are not Mexico Type A / B, so an adapter is needed. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / F

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / F plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇳 Senegal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and these plug types are not Mexico-compatible, so most travelers will still need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇨 Seychelles

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not compatible with Mexican outlets. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G devices do not fit Mexican outlets, and Type D may not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇴 Somalia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G devices are not Mexico-compatible, and Type C is not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇿🇦 South Africa

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / M / N, with some newer compatibility for Type C on certain devices and some mixed use in practice

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and South Africa is not plug-compatible with Mexico’s Type A / B by default, so most travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇸 South Sudan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / E / F / G, with Type G the official standard and older types still common in some places

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G still does not fit Mexican outlets, and the other local plug types vary too, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇸🇩 Sudan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / D plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇿 Tanzania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G devices do not fit Mexican outlets, and Type D still needs an adapter for many travelers. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇹🇬 Togo

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, C

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type C is not Mexico-compatible.

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🇹🇳 Tunisia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and C / E plugs still need an adapter for Mexico. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇺🇬 Uganda

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico, and Type G is not Mexico-compatible.

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🇿🇲 Zambia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, C / D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Plug compatibility varies, but many travelers will need an adapter, and single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, D / G

Mexico vs Home: Voltage is much lower in Mexico. Type G devices do not fit Mexican outlets, and Type D may not either, so many travelers will need an adapter. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances also need a step-up converter.

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🔌 120V or Mixed-Voltage Countries

✅ Very Easy or Mixed — Check Your Exact Setup

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are usually fine. Countries in this bucket are either already closer to Mexico’s 127V / 60Hz system or use a mixed-voltage setup, so the exact advice depends on what kind of devices the traveler normally uses at home.

🇱🇷 Liberia

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, A / B / C

Mexico vs Home: Liberia is one of the easiest transitions for Mexico travel. The voltage is already close, and Type A / B plugs are familiar. Many travelers won’t need a converter at all.

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🇲🇬 Madagascar

Home: 127V / 220V mix, 50 Hz, C / E

Mexico vs Home: Madagascar is a mixed-voltage case. If your devices are already used on the lower-voltage side, Mexico may be fairly straightforward. If you normally use single-voltage 220V appliances, those will still need a step-up converter in Mexico. Plug shape may also require an adapter.

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✅ Universal Packing Checklist

A chaotic arrangement of various electrical plugs, adapters, and cords in different colors and shapes, scattered on a light surface.

Use this checklist no matter where you’re traveling from. Adjust only adapter vs. step-up converter based on your home country.

Essential Power Gear

Conditional — Only If Needed

Required only if you bring single-voltage 220–240V appliances like hair dryers, curling irons, straighteners, steamers, or other heat tools and you’re traveling to Mexico from a higher-voltage country.

Organization & Protection

  • Electronics organizer for cords, adapters, chargers, camera batteries, memory cards, and small tech pieces

Quick Safety Check

Look for “100–240V” printed on chargers and devices.

✔ Adapter only
✖ No converter needed

🎒 Final Tips for Mexico

Many travelers only need an adapter. Phones, laptops, cameras, tablets, power banks, and most modern chargers are often dual-voltage, which makes Mexico easy as long as you have the right plug shape.

Adapters change plug shape, not voltage. If a device is single-voltage, plugging it into the wrong power system can keep it from working properly or damage it.

Mexico uses Type A and Type B plugs, with 127V / 60Hz power. That setup is very similar to the United States and Canada, so North American travelers usually have an easy time with electronics in Mexico.

Some outlets may only accept two-prong plugs. In older hotels, smaller guesthouses, older rental properties, local apartments, rural stays, and more basic accommodations, you may run into Type A outlets without the grounding hole for three-prong Type B plugs. A small 3-to-2 prong adapter can be helpful if you travel with grounded plugs.

Outlets can still be limited. In older hotels, beach towns, boutique stays, colonial buildings, rural lodges, budget hotels, and awkward airport hotels, convenient outlets may be in short supply. A travel power strip helps a lot.

USB ports are not guaranteed. Do not assume your hotel room, airport gate area, older rental property, bedside lamp, café corner, beach hotel, or Airbnb will have built-in USB charging.

Hair tools are one of the biggest problem categories. If yours is not compatible with Mexico’s 127V power, either bring the right step-up converter, use hotel-provided tools, or switch to a dual-voltage travel version.

Power banks are incredibly useful. Long sightseeing days, beach days, Mexico City museum days, Oaxaca food walks, Tulum ruins, Chichén Itzá tours, cenote trips, boat excursions, road trips, flight delays, and navigation-heavy city days can drain your phone fast.

Mexico’s power setup is broadly consistent across the country. Once you are prepared, you are set for Mexico City, Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Oaxaca, Mérida, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos, Guadalajara, San Miguel de Allende, and beyond.

Power outages are not a major issue for most travelers, but they can happen occasionally during storms, heat waves, infrastructure issues, or local outages. Devices with batteries like phones, laptops, cameras, and Kindles will be fine, but smaller plug-in appliances may be temporarily unusable until power returns.

💡 Bottom line:

If your gear says 100–240V and you have a universal adapter with Type A/B coverage, you are probably good to go. If you are bringing a single-voltage 220–240V appliance, you will need a step-up converter for Mexico.

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