Chile Outlet, Plug & Voltage Guide for Travelers: Complete Guide ⚡

Chile outlet, plug and voltage guide for travelers

Planning a trip to Chile? You are in for dramatic mountain scenery, colorful cities, world-famous wine regions, Pacific coastline, desert landscapes, glaciers, lakes, volcanoes, incredible stargazing, and some of the most varied scenery in South America.

Whether you are headed to Santiago, Valparaíso, the Atacama Desert, Patagonia, Torres del Paine, the Lake District, Puerto Varas, Chiloé, the Chilean wine regions, Easter Island, or somewhere completely off the usual tourist route, your phone and travel tech are going to be part of the trip.

You may be using your phone for maps, transportation, hotel confirmations, tour tickets, restaurant searches, translation help, photography, weather checks, flight changes, navigation, and keeping your travel group organized.

And that is exactly why your charging setup matters.

Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets, with a standard electricity supply of 220V and a 50Hz frequency. Type C has two round pins, while Type L has three round pins arranged in a straight line.

The plug shape is the main thing many travelers need to plan for, especially if you are coming from the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, or other countries that use different outlet types.

The voltage matters too.

Chile’s 220V electrical system is significantly higher than the 110–127V systems used in countries such as the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Japan. Most modern travel electronics are usually fine if they are dual-voltage, but single-voltage appliances require much more care.

The big thing to understand is this: a plug adapter only changes the shape of the plug. It does not change the voltage.

That matters most if you are packing hair tools, steamers, electric razors, heating pads, travel kettles, or anything that is not dual-voltage.

This guide breaks it all down clearly, so you know exactly what to pack for Chile based on where you are traveling from — no guessing, no frying your favorite hair tool, and no getting stuck with a dead phone during a Santiago sightseeing day, Valparaíso adventure, Atacama excursion, winery visit, Patagonia hike, Torres del Paine trip, road trip through the Lake District, or full day exploring Chile.

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⚡ Quick Overview: What You Need for Chile

Plug Adapter

Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Type C plugs have two round pins. Type L plugs have three round pins arranged in a straight line. Type L is especially associated with Chile and Italy, while Type C is common throughout much of Europe and many other destinations.

If you are traveling from the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, or many other parts of the world, you will usually need a plug adapter for Chile.

If you are traveling from a country that already uses Type C or Type L plugs, your plug shape may already fit some Chilean outlets, but you should still check your specific devices before you leave.

You may occasionally find hotel rooms with universal-style outlets, built-in USB ports, or more than one charging option. Do not rely on that as your main plan. A universal adapter or Type C/Type L-compatible adapter is still the safest thing to pack.

Dual-Voltage Electronics

Phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, Kindles, power banks, earbuds, and most modern USB chargers are usually dual-voltage.

Look for small print that says:

Input: 100–240V, 50/60Hz

If your charger says that, it can usually handle Chile’s 220V electricity. You only need the correct plug adapter if your plug shape does not match. Chile’s standard electricity supply is 220V at 50Hz.

✔ Single-Voltage Small Appliances (Step-Down Voltage Converter Required)

This is where travelers can get into trouble.

Chile uses higher-voltage electricity than countries like the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Japan. Chile also runs on a 50Hz frequency.

If your appliance is labeled only for 110V, 120V, or 127V, do not plug it into a Chilean outlet using only a plug adapter.

If you absolutely must bring a single-voltage appliance made for 110–127V electricity, you MUST use a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage. A plug adapter alone will not protect the appliance or change Chile’s 220V electricity to a safe lower voltage.

This especially matters for:

For hair tools, the easiest and safest solution is usually to pack a dual-voltage travel version or use the hotel hair dryer if one is available. High-wattage heat tools can require powerful converters, so always confirm that the converter is specifically designed to handle the appliance’s wattage before using it.

Multi-Port USB Charger

A multi-port USB charger is extremely useful in Chile, especially if you are traveling with a phone, camera, earbuds, smartwatch, tablet, Kindle, or other small electronics.

Chile hotel rooms, apartments, lodges, cabins, hostels, guesthouses, and smaller accommodations may not always have as many conveniently placed outlets as you want. A multi-port charger turns one outlet into a much better charging station.

Travel Power Strip

A compact travel power strip can be a huge help, especially for couples, families, friend trips, photography-heavy travelers, remote-work travelers, long-stay travelers, cruise passengers, road trippers, or anyone carrying multiple devices.

Just make sure it is travel-friendly and rated for 220–240V use.

Power Bank

A power bank is worth packing for Chile.

You may want it for Santiago sightseeing, Valparaíso day trips, Atacama Desert excursions, winery visits, Patagonia adventures, Torres del Paine hikes, Lake District road trips, Chiloé exploration, Easter Island sightseeing, long bus rides, photography-heavy days, and any full day when your phone is handling maps, tickets, reservations, transportation, and photos.

Electronics Organizer

This keeps your adapters, cords, chargers, earbuds, camera batteries, memory cards, and little tech pieces from turning into a tangled suitcase mess.

Travel Hack:

A plug adapter + travel power strip + multi-port USB charger gives you a simple charging setup for almost any Chile hotel room, apartment, lodge, cabin, hostel, guesthouse, cruise cabin, road trip, or longer stay.

Chile Electrical Basics

Plug Types Used:

Type C – Two round pins

Type L – Three round pins arranged in a straight line

Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Type C is the familiar two-round-pin plug used across many countries, while Type L has three round pins arranged in a straight line.

Voltage: 220V
Frequency: 50Hz

✔ Safe With Only an Adapter

These are usually fine if the charger or device is labeled 100–240V:

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

Not Always Safe

Be more careful with:

  • Hair dryers
  • Curling irons
  • Straighteners
  • Steamers
  • Heating pads
  • Electric kettles
  • Electric razors
  • Cheap or older chargers
  • Any appliance that is not dual-voltage

Chile is fairly straightforward from a voltage standpoint because the country uses a standard 220V electrical system, but the combination of Type C and Type L outlets means travelers should make sure their adapter covers both plug styles.

A normal phone or laptop charger that says 100–240V is usually fine with the right adapter. A single-voltage appliance is where you need to be much more careful.

Check the Voltage Label Before You Pack

Look at the small print on each charger or device:

“100–240V” → Safe in Chile.
You only need a plug adapter if the plug shape does not fit.

“110V,” “120V,” or “127V only” → Not safe with only a plug adapter.
You need a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage, a dual-voltage replacement, or you should leave it at home.

“220V,” “230V,” or “240V only” → Usually compatible with Chile’s voltage.
You may still need a plug adapter if the plug shape does not match.

Because Chile uses 220V power, travelers from lower-voltage countries should be especially careful with single-voltage heat tools and small appliances.

If you must travel with a single-voltage 110–127V appliance, use a proper step-down voltage converter that is powerful enough for that specific appliance. Do not assume a Type C/Type L plug adapter, universal adapter, travel power strip, or USB charger also converts voltage.

Frequency Note

Chile uses 50Hz.

That matches many countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and parts of South America. It is different from the 60Hz used in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and much of the Americas.

For phones, laptops, cameras, tablets, and most USB-powered electronics, this usually is not an issue. Motor-based or heat-based appliances are the ones more likely to be affected.

Consistency

Chile’s electrical setup is fairly consistent.

The main plug shapes travelers should plan for are Type C and Type L, the voltage is 220V, and the frequency is 50Hz.

You may occasionally see different socket designs or universal-style outlets in some hotels, apartments, newer properties, resorts, and tourist accommodations, especially in major visitor destinations. Do not rely on that as your main charging plan. A universal adapter that supports Type C and Type L is still the safest thing to pack.

The main thing is knowing whether your device is dual-voltage. If your electronics say 100–240V, you are usually fine with the right adapter. If your appliance is single-voltage and made for 110–127V countries, do not assume it is safe in Chile. You must use a correctly rated step-down voltage converter if you need to bring and use it.

Outlet placement can still vary in hotels, apartments, hostels, lodges, cabins, older buildings, budget accommodations, remote stays, Patagonia properties, Atacama lodges, and smaller guest rooms. Even if your plug and voltage are handled, you may still want a simple charging setup so you are not fighting over one awkward outlet near the bed or losing your only easy charging spot after a long travel day.

Traveling Around South America Too?

Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs and 220V power at 50Hz, but not every South America, Patagonia, cruise, or wider Latin America itinerary is identical from a plug-planning standpoint.

If you are combining Chile with Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Colombia, Ecuador, or another stop in South America, do not assume one setup covers every country perfectly.

A universal adapter is the easiest baseline, but it is still smart to check every country on your itinerary before you leave.

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🎒 Final Tips for Chile

🌎 North America

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🇺🇸 United States

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

Vs. Chile: Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs and runs on 220V, 50Hz power. U.S. travelers need a plug adapter for Chile.

Most phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, and USB chargers are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances, especially hair tools, steamers, heating pads, travel kettles, and anything that heats up. Chile’s voltage is much higher than standard U.S. voltage, so do not plug U.S.-only appliances into a Chilean outlet with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

🇨🇦 Canada

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

Vs. Chile: Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs and 220V, 50Hz power. Canadian travelers need a plug adapter for Chile.

Most modern travel electronics are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because Chile’s 220V power is much higher than Canadian household voltage.

What to pack:

🇲🇽 Mexico

Home: 127V, 60 Hz, Type A/B.

Vs. Chile: Mexico uses lower-voltage 127V power and Type A/B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs and 220V, 50Hz power. Mexican travelers need a plug adapter for Chile.

Most modern electronics are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–127V appliances because Chile’s 220V power is significantly higher.

What to pack:

🇬🇱 Greenland

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C/E/F/K.

Vs. Chile: Greenland’s voltage and frequency are compatible with Chile’s 220V, 50Hz power. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Greenland travelers using Type C plugs may already have a compatible plug shape, while Type E, F, or K plugs may require an adapter.

Most modern electronics are fine if they say 100–240V. Many 220–240V appliances are also voltage-compatible with Chile, but you should still check both the voltage label and plug shape before packing.

What to pack:

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🌴 Central America & Caribbean

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⚠️ 110–127V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Chile’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries are used to a lower-voltage electrical system, but Chile uses 220V power. That means plug shape and voltage both matter.

  • Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the right plug adapter
  • Most travelers will need a Chile-compatible Type C / Type L plug adapter
  • Single-voltage 110–127V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter

🇧🇿 Belize

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

Vs. Chile: Belize travelers need to pay attention to both plug shape and voltage. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets and runs on 220V, 50Hz power.

Belize’s Type A, Type B, and Type G plugs do not normally fit Chile’s Type C or Type L outlets, so travelers should bring a plug adapter. Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually fine with the correct plug setup.

For single-voltage appliances from Belize, check the label carefully. A 110V appliance is not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter. If you must use it, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage. A 220–240V appliance may be voltage-compatible, but you should still check frequency-sensitive devices carefully because Chile uses 50Hz.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇨🇷 Costa Rica

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

Vs. Chile: Costa Rica uses Type A and Type B plugs with 120V power, while Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs and 220V, 50Hz power. Costa Rican travelers need a plug adapter for Chile.

Most phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, and USB chargers are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because Chile’s 220V power is much higher.

If you must bring a single-voltage appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage. A plug adapter alone does not change the voltage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇸🇻 El Salvador

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

Vs. Chile: El Salvador uses Type A and Type B plugs with lower-voltage power, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets and 220V, 50Hz electricity.

Salvadoran travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. Most modern electronics are fine if they say 100–240V, but single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage appliance, you need a properly rated step-down voltage converter.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇬🇹 Guatemala

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

Vs. Chile: Guatemala uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L. Guatemalan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile.

Chile’s voltage is also much higher than Guatemala’s. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, but single-voltage 110–120V appliances should not be used with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring one of these appliances, use a step-down voltage converter rated for its wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇭🇳 Honduras

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

Vs. Chile: Honduras uses Type A and Type B plugs with 120V power. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets and 220V, 50Hz power.

Honduran travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Most modern travel electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V, but be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because Chile’s voltage is much higher.

A required single-voltage appliance must be used with a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇳🇮 Nicaragua

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

Vs. Chile: Nicaragua uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs. Nicaraguan travelers should bring a plug adapter.

Chile’s 220V power is much higher than Nicaragua’s 120V system. Dual-voltage electronics are fine with an adapter. Single-voltage 110–120V appliances should not be used in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage appliance, you need a correctly rated step-down voltage converter.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇵🇦 Panama

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

Vs. Chile: Panama uses Type A and Type B plugs with 120V power, while Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs and 220V, 50Hz electricity.

Panamanian travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring one, use a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇧🇸 Bahamas

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

Vs. Chile: The Bahamas uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L. Bahamian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile.

Chile also uses 220V power, which is much higher than the Bahamas’ 120V system. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, but single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe with only a plug adapter.

If you must use one, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇧🇧 Barbados

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

Vs. Chile: Barbados and Chile use different plug setups. Chile uses Type C and Type L, so Barbadian travelers should bring a plug adapter.

Chile uses 220V power, which is much higher than Barbados’ 115V system. The frequency is the same at 50Hz, but voltage still matters. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz. Be more careful with single-voltage or heat-based appliances.

If you must bring a single-voltage 110–120V appliance, use a step-down voltage converter rated for its wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are fine with the right plug setup.

🇨🇺 Cuba

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

Vs. Chile: Cuba has a mixed voltage and plug system, while Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power with Type C and Type L outlets.

If your device uses a Type C or Type L plug, it may fit a Chilean outlet without an adapter. If your device uses Type A or Type B, you should bring a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the correct plug setup.

For single-voltage appliances, check the label carefully. A 110V-only appliance is not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter. If you must use it, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage. A 220V appliance may be voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive items should still be checked because Chile uses 50Hz rather than Cuba’s 60Hz.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Home: 110–120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Chile: The Dominican Republic uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L. Dominican travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile.

Chile’s voltage is much higher at 220V. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because they are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring one, use a step-down voltage converter rated for its wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇭🇹 Haiti

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

Vs. Chile: Haiti uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L. Haitian travelers should bring a plug adapter.

Chile’s 220V power is much higher than Haiti’s 110V system. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use one, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇯🇲 Jamaica

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

Vs. Chile: Jamaica and Chile use different plug setups. Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs, so Jamaican travelers need a plug adapter.

Chile also uses 220V power, which is much higher than Jamaica’s 110V system. The frequency is the same at 50Hz, but voltage is still the bigger issue. Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are usually fine.

Be more careful with older, motor-based, heat-based, or single-voltage appliances. If you must bring a single-voltage 110V appliance, use a step-down voltage converter rated for its wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are fine with the right plug setup.

🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

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

Vs. Chile: Trinidad and Tobago uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L. Travelers from Trinidad and Tobago should bring a plug adapter.

Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring one, use a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

⚡ 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Chile’s 220V power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

  • Dual-voltage electronics are fine with a plug adapter only
  • Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile
  • Type C and Type L plugs may fit Chilean outlets without an adapter
  • Other plug types need a Type C / Type L-compatible adapter
  • Frequency-sensitive appliances should still be checked if they are 60Hz-only

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda

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

Vs. Chile: Antigua and Barbuda uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L. Travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile.

The voltage is generally compatible, but the frequency is different. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right adapter. For single-voltage 230V appliances, check whether the device can handle 50Hz if it is motor-based or frequency-sensitive.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V do not need a voltage converter.

🇩🇲 Dominica

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Dominica and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. Dominica uses Type G, while Chile uses Type C and Type L.

Dominican travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. The voltage and frequency are compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, and many 220–240V appliances should work normally, but you should still check each device label before packing.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V do not need a voltage converter.

🇬🇩 Grenada

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Grenada and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but Grenada uses Type G plugs while Chile uses Type C and Type L.

Grenadian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. The voltage and frequency are compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, and many 220–240V appliances should also be compatible.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V do not need a voltage converter.

🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis

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

Vs. Chile: Saint Kitts and Nevis has a mixed plug setup, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile because the common Type A, Type B, Type G, and Type D plugs used in Saint Kitts and Nevis do not match Chile’s standard Type C and Type L setup.

Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the correct plug setup. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances may be voltage-compatible, but check frequency-sensitive items carefully because Chile uses 50Hz.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇱🇨 Saint Lucia

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

Vs. Chile: Saint Lucia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but Saint Lucia has a mixed plug setup while Chile uses Type C and Type L.

Travelers using Type A, Type B, or Type G plugs should bring a Type C / Type L-compatible plug adapter for Chile.

Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the correct plug setup, and many 220–240V appliances should also be compatible. You should still check the voltage label because Saint Lucia’s nominal 240V supply is slightly higher than Chile’s 220V supply.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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

Vs. Chile: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a mixed plug setup, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers using Type A, Type B, or Type G plugs should bring a plug adapter for Chile.

Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power, so the voltage and frequency are generally compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the correct plug setup, and many 220–240V appliances should also be compatible.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

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🌎 South America

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⚡ 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Chile’s 220V power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

  • Dual-voltage electronics are fine with a plug adapter only
  • Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile
  • Type C and Type L plugs may fit Chilean outlets directly
  • Other plug types may need a Type C / Type L-compatible adapter
  • Frequency-sensitive appliances should still be checked if they are 60Hz-only

🇦🇷 Argentina

Home: 220–240V, 50 Hz, Type C / I.

Vs. Chile: Argentina and Chile both use higher-voltage power at 50Hz. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Argentinian travelers using Type C plugs may be able to plug directly into Chilean Type C-compatible outlets without an adapter. Devices using Argentina’s Type I plug need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇧🇴 Bolivia

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

Vs. Chile: Bolivia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Bolivian travelers using Type C plugs may not need a plug adapter for Chile. Devices using Type A plugs need an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇵🇾 Paraguay

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Paraguay and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity, and Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Paraguayan travelers using standard Type C plugs generally do not need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, and many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are also voltage-compatible, but you should still check the label before packing.

What to pack:

🇵🇪 Peru

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

Vs. Chile: Peru and Chile both use 220V power, but Chile uses 50Hz electricity and Type C / L outlets.

Peruvian travelers using Type C plugs may not need a plug adapter for Chile. Devices using Type A or Type B plugs need an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive 60Hz-only appliances should be checked carefully because Chile uses 50Hz.

What to pack:

🇺🇾 Uruguay

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / I / L.

Vs. Chile: Uruguay and Chile both use higher-voltage 50Hz power. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Uruguayan travelers using Type C or Type L plugs may not need an adapter for Chile. Devices using Type F or Type I plugs should use a Chile-compatible plug adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

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

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Chile’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries may be used to lower-voltage power, but Chile uses 220V. That means voltage matters, not just plug shape.

  • Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the right plug adapter
  • Single-voltage 110–127V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter
  • If you must use a single-voltage 110–127V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage
  • Plug shape still matters because Chile uses Type C and Type L

🇨🇴 Colombia

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

Vs. Chile: Colombia uses lower-voltage 110V power and Type A / B plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L plugs and 220V, 50Hz power.

Colombian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring a single-voltage appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Home: 120–127V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Chile: Ecuador uses lower-voltage 120–127V power and Type A / B plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L plugs and 220V, 50Hz power.

Ecuadorian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage 120–127V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring a single-voltage appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇧🇷 Brazil

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

Vs. Chile: Brazil uses mixed 127V / 220V power and mainly Type N plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs with 220V, 50Hz power.

Brazilian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine if labeled 100–240V.

Single-voltage 127V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter. If you must use one, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage. Single-voltage 220V appliances may be voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive devices should still be checked carefully because Chile uses 50Hz.

What to pack:

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇬🇾 Guyana

Home: 120V / 240V mix, 60 Hz, Type A / B / D / G.

Vs. Chile: Guyana has a mixed-voltage and mixed-plug system, while Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power and Type C / L outlets.

Guyanese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile because Type A, Type B, Type D, and Type G plugs do not match Chile’s standard Type C / L setup.

Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage appliances need to be checked carefully. A 120V-only appliance is not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter. If you must use one, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage. A 220–240V appliance may be voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive 60Hz-only devices should still be checked.

What to pack:

🇸🇷 Suriname

Home: 127V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / C.

Vs. Chile: Suriname uses lower-voltage 127V power with Type A / B / C plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets and 220V, 50Hz power.

Surinamese travelers using Type C plugs may not need an adapter for Chile. Devices using Type A or Type B need a plug adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage 127V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring a single-voltage appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇻🇪 Venezuela

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

Vs. Chile: Venezuela uses lower-voltage 120V power and Type A / B plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets and 220V, 50Hz electricity.

Venezuelan travelers should bring a plug adapter for Chile. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must bring a single-voltage appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

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🌏 Oceania

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⚡ 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Chile’s 220V power is usually familiar. The main question is plug shape.

  • Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the right plug adapter
  • Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile
  • Type I plugs will not fit Chile’s Type C / L outlets without an adapter
  • Travelers who already use Type C or Type L plugs may have a direct plug fit

🇦🇺 Australia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Australia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power, but the plug shapes are different. Australia uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Australian travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right adapter, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile’s 220V power.

What to pack:

🇫🇯 Fiji

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Fiji and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. Fiji uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Fijian travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. You should still check the device label because Fiji’s nominal 240V supply is slightly higher than Chile’s 220V supply.

What to pack:

🇰🇮 Kiribati

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Kiribati and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. Kiribati uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers from Kiribati need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. You should still check the device label before packing.

What to pack:

🇳🇷 Nauru

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Nauru and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. Nauru uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Nauruan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. You should still check the device label before packing.

What to pack:

🇳🇿 New Zealand

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: New Zealand and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power, but the plug shapes are different. New Zealand uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

New Zealand travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, and many New Zealand appliances should be voltage-compatible with Chile’s 220V power.

What to pack:

🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Papua New Guinea and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. Papua New Guinea uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers from Papua New Guinea need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. You should still check the device label before packing.

What to pack:

🇼🇸 Samoa

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Samoa and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power, but the plug shapes are different. Samoa uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Samoan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇸🇧 Solomon Islands

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type I, some Type G.

Vs. Chile: Solomon Islands and Chile use similar voltage and the same 50Hz frequency, but the plug systems are different. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers from Solomon Islands should bring a plug adapter for Chile whether their device uses Type I or Type G. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile.

What to pack:

🇹🇴 Tonga

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Tonga and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. Tonga uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Tongan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. You should still check the device label before packing.

What to pack:

🇹🇻 Tuvalu

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Tuvalu and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power, but the plug shapes are different. Tuvalu uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Tuvaluan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇻🇺 Vanuatu

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Chile: Vanuatu and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency, but the plug shapes are different. Vanuatu uses Type I plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers from Vanuatu need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

⚠️ 120V / 60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Chile’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries are used to lower-voltage power, but Chile uses 220V. That means plug shape and voltage both matter.

  • Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the right plug adapter
  • Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter
  • If you must use a single-voltage 120V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage
  • Type A, Type B, Type F, and Type I plugs may require an adapter for Chile’s Type C / L outlets

🇦🇸 American Samoa

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

Vs. Chile: American Samoa uses lower-voltage 120V power and a mixed plug setup. Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power and Type C / L outlets.

American Samoan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile unless a specific Type C-compatible plug is being used. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage 120V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇲🇭 Marshall Islands

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

Vs. Chile: Marshall Islands travelers are used to 120V, 60Hz power, while Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power and Type C / L outlets.

Travelers from the Marshall Islands need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are fine. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage 120V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇫🇲 Micronesia

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

Vs. Chile: Micronesia uses 120V, 60Hz power and Type A / B plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets and 220V, 50Hz power.

Micronesian travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage 120V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇵🇼 Palau

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

Vs. Chile: Palau uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Palauan travelers need a plug adapter for Chile.

Chile also uses 220V, 50Hz power, which is much higher than Palau’s 120V system. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, but single-voltage 120V appliances should not be used with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage 120V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

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🌍 Europe

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⚡ 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Most European travelers are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Chile’s 220V, 50Hz power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

  • Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with the correct plug setup
  • Many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile
  • Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s Type C outlets directly
  • Type L plugs may fit compatible Chilean Type L outlets
  • Type E, Type F, Type G, Type J, Type K, and other European plug types may need an adapter
  • Always check the label on heat-based or motor-based appliances before packing

🇦🇱 Albania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Albania and Chile both use higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Albania uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Albanian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need a plug adapter for Chile. Devices using Type F plugs may need an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇦🇩 Andorra

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Andorra and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Andorran travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter for Chile. Devices using Type F plugs may need an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇦🇹 Austria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Austria uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets. Both countries use higher-voltage, 50Hz power.

Austrian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need a plug adapter. Devices using Type F plugs may need an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇧🇪 Belgium

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Belgium and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power, but Belgium uses Type C / E plugs while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Belgian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need a plug adapter for Chile. Devices using Type E may need an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Bosnia and Herzegovina uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets. Both use higher-voltage, 50Hz power.

Travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter for Chile. Devices using Type F may need one. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Bulgaria uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets. Both use higher-voltage, 50Hz power.

Bulgarian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Devices using Type F may need one. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇭🇷 Croatia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Croatia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Croatia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Croatian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇨🇿 Czechia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Czechia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Czechia uses Type C / E plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Czech travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type E devices may need one. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇩🇰 Denmark

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

Vs. Chile: Denmark and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power, but Denmark uses several European plug types while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Danish travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Devices using Type E, Type F, or Type K may need a plug adapter for Chile.

What to pack:

🇪🇪 Estonia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Estonia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Estonia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Estonian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇫🇮 Finland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Finland and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Finland uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Finnish travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇫🇷 France

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: France and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. France uses Type C / E plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

French travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type E devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇩🇪 Germany

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Germany and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Germany uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

German travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇬🇷 Greece

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Greece and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Greece uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Greek travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇭🇺 Hungary

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Hungary and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Hungary uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Hungarian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇮🇸 Iceland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Iceland and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Iceland uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Icelandic travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

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🇮🇪 Ireland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Ireland and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but their plug shapes are different. Ireland uses Type G, while Chile uses Type C and Type L.

Irish travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇮🇹 Italy

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

Vs. Chile: Italy and Chile use very similar electrical systems. Italy uses Type C / F / L plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets and 220V, 50Hz power.

Italian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Compatible Type L plugs may also fit Chilean Type L outlets. Devices using Type F may need an adapter.

What to pack:

🇱🇻 Latvia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Latvia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Latvia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Latvian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇱🇹 Lithuania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Lithuania and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Lithuania uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Lithuanian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Luxembourg and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Luxembourg uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Luxembourg travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇲🇹 Malta

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Malta and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but Malta uses Type G plugs while Chile uses Type C / L.

Maltese travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇲🇩 Moldova

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Moldova and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Moldova uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Moldovan travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇲🇨 Monaco

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

Vs. Chile: Monaco and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Monaco uses Type C / E / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Devices using Type E or Type F may need one.

What to pack:

🇲🇪 Montenegro

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Montenegro and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Montenegro uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Montenegrin travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇳🇱 Netherlands

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: The Netherlands and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. The Netherlands uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Dutch travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇲🇰 North Macedonia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: North Macedonia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. North Macedonia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇳🇴 Norway

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Norway and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Norway uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Norwegian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

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🇵🇱 Poland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Poland and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Poland uses Type C / E plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Polish travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type E devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇵🇹 Portugal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Portugal and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Portugal uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Portuguese travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

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🇷🇴 Romania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Romania and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Romania uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Romanian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

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🇷🇺 Russia

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Russia and Chile use very similar voltage and the same 50Hz frequency. Russia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Russian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

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🇷🇸 Serbia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Serbia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Serbia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Serbian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇸🇰 Slovakia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Slovakia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Slovakia uses Type C / E plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Slovak travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type E devices may need one.

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🇸🇮 Slovenia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Slovenia and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Slovenia uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Slovenian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇪🇸 Spain

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Spain and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Spain uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Spanish travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇸🇪 Sweden

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Sweden and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Sweden uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Swedish travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇨🇭 Switzerland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / J.

Vs. Chile: Switzerland and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Switzerland uses Type C / J plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Swiss travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Devices using Type J need a plug adapter for Chile.

What to pack:

🇺🇦 Ukraine

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Ukraine and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz power. Ukraine uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L.

Ukrainian travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Type F devices may need one.

What to pack:

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: The United Kingdom and Chile use similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems, but the plug shapes are different. The UK uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L.

UK travelers need a plug adapter for Chile. Dual-voltage electronics are fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇻🇦 Vatican City

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

Vs. Chile: Vatican City and Chile use very similar higher-voltage, 50Hz electrical systems. Vatican City uses Type C / F / L plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Travelers using Type C plugs generally do not need an adapter. Compatible Type L plugs may also fit Chilean Type L outlets. Devices using Type F may need an adapter.

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🌏 Asia

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⚡ 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Adapter Depends on Plug Type — Voltage Is Compatible

Chile uses 220V electricity and 50Hz frequency, so travelers from these Asian countries use compatible or closely matched voltage.

The main issue is plug shape.

  • Devices rated 220–240V or 100–240V do not need a voltage converter
  • Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets
  • Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets without an adapter
  • Compatible Type L plugs may also fit Chilean Type L outlets
  • Type A, Type B, Type D, Type F, Type G, Type H, Type I, Type K, Type M, Type O, and other plug types may require a Chile-compatible adapter
  • Devices designed only for 60Hz require a frequency check before use on Chile’s 50Hz system

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Afghanistan’s 220V / 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Afghanistan uses Type C and Type F plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

What to pack:

🇦🇲 Armenia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Armenia and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Armenian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

What to pack:

🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Azerbaijan and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Azerbaijani Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

What to pack:

🇧🇭 Bahrain

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Bahrain and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency, so Bahraini devices do not need a voltage converter.

The plug shape is different. Bahrain uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets.

Travelers from Bahrain need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

What to pack:

🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C/D/G/K.

Vs. Chile: Bangladesh’s voltage and frequency are compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Bangladesh uses Type C, Type D, Type G, and Type K plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type D, Type G, and Type K plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

What to pack:

🇧🇹 Bhutan

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

Vs. Chile: Bhutan and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Bhutan uses Type C, Type D, Type G, and Type M plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type D, Type G, and Type M plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

What to pack:

🇧🇳 Brunei

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Brunei’s 240V / 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Brunei uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Type G plugs do not fit Chile’s standard outlets.

Travelers from Brunei need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

What to pack:

🇰🇭 Cambodia

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

Vs. Chile: Cambodia and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency.

Cambodia uses Type A, Type C, and Type G plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇨🇳 China

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

Vs. Chile: China and Chile both use 220V / 50Hz electricity.

China uses Type A, Type C, and Type I plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A and Type I plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇨🇾 Cyprus

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Cyprus and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency.

Cyprus uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Cypriot Type G plugs do not fit Chile’s standard outlets.

Travelers from Cyprus need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇬🇪 Georgia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Georgia and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Georgian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇮🇳 India

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

Vs. Chile: India and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

India uses Type C, Type D, and Type M plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type D and Type M plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇮🇩 Indonesia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Indonesia and Chile both use 220V / 50Hz electricity.

Indonesian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇮🇷 Iran

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Iran and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Iranian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇮🇶 Iraq

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

Vs. Chile: Iraq and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency.

Iraq uses Type C, Type D, and Type G plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type D and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇮🇱 Israel

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C/H.

Vs. Chile: Israel and Chile use compatible voltage and the same frequency.

Israel uses Type C and Type H plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type H plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇯🇴 Jordan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C/F/G.

Vs. Chile: Jordan and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Jordan uses Type C, Type F, and Type G plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F and Type G plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Kazakhstan and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Kazakh Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇰🇼 Kuwait

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Kuwait’s 240V / 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Kuwait uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Kuwaiti Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Kyrgyzstan and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Kyrgyz Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require an adapter.

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🇱🇦 Laos

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

Vs. Chile: Laos and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Laos uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type E, and Type F plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A, Type B, Type E, and Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇱🇧 Lebanon

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C/F/G.

Vs. Chile: Lebanon and Chile use compatible voltage and the same frequency.

Lebanon uses Type C, Type F, and Type G plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F and Type G plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇲🇾 Malaysia

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Malaysia’s 240V / 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Malaysia uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Malaysian Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇲🇻 Maldives

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Maldives and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Maldives uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Travelers from Maldives need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇲🇳 Mongolia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/E.

Vs. Chile: Mongolia and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible or universal adapter.

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🇲🇲 Myanmar

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

Vs. Chile: Myanmar and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Myanmar uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type D, and Type G plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A, Type B, Type D, and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇳🇵 Nepal

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

Vs. Chile: Nepal and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Nepal uses Type C, Type D, and Type M plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type D and Type M plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇴🇲 Oman

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Oman’s 240V / 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Oman uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Omani Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇵🇰 Pakistan

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

Vs. Chile: Pakistan and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Pakistan uses Type C, Type D, and Type M plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type D and Type M plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇵🇭 Philippines

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

Vs. Chile: The Philippines and Chile both use 220V electricity.

The Philippines uses Type A, Type B, and Type C plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A and Type B plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

The frequency changes from 60Hz to 50Hz. This does not affect devices labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz. It can affect motors, clocks, timers, and appliances labeled only for 60Hz.

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🇶🇦 Qatar

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Qatar’s 240V / 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Qatar uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Qatari Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Home: 220–240V, 60 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Saudi Arabia’s voltage is compatible with Chile’s 220V electricity.

Saudi Arabia uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Saudi Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

The frequency changes from 60Hz to 50Hz. Devices labeled 50/60Hz work correctly. Motors, clocks, timers, and appliances labeled only for 60Hz require a frequency check.

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🇸🇬 Singapore

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Singapore and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency.

Singapore uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇰🇷 South Korea

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: South Korea and Chile both use 220V electricity.

South Korean Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

The frequency changes from 60Hz to 50Hz. Devices labeled 50/60Hz work correctly. Frequency-sensitive motors, clocks, timers, and appliances labeled only for 60Hz require a frequency check.

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🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

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

Vs. Chile: Sri Lanka and Chile use compatible voltage and the same frequency.

Sri Lanka uses Type D, Type G, and Type M plugs. None of these are standard Chilean Type C or Type L plugs.

Travelers from Sri Lanka need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇸🇾 Syria

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

Vs. Chile: Syria and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Compatible Type L plugs may also fit Chilean Type L outlets. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇯 Tajikistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Tajikistan and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Tajik Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇭 Thailand

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type A/B/C/F/O.

Vs. Chile: Thailand’s voltage and frequency are compatible with Chile’s 220V / 50Hz system.

Thailand uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F, and Type O plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A, Type B, Type F, and Type O plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇱 Timor-Leste

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

Vs. Chile: Timor-Leste and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Timor-Leste uses Type C, Type F, and Type I plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F and Type I plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇷 Turkey

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Turkey and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency.

Turkish Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇲 Turkmenistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Turkmenistan and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Turkmen Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Home: 220–240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: The United Arab Emirates and Chile use compatible voltage and the same 50Hz frequency.

The UAE uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets. UAE Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C/F.

Vs. Chile: Uzbekistan and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Uzbek Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇻🇳 Vietnam

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type A/C/F.

Vs. Chile: Vietnam and Chile use the same nominal voltage and frequency.

Vietnam uses Type A, Type C, and Type F plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A and Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇾🇪 Yemen

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A/C/D/G.

Vs. Chile: Yemen and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Yemen uses Type A, Type C, Type D, and Type G plugs. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type A, Type D, and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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⚠️ 100–120V Countries

⚠️ Voltage Check Required for Single-Voltage Appliances

Chile uses 220V electricity, so travelers from 100–120V countries must check every single-voltage appliance before packing.

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are safe with the correct plug adapter.

Single-voltage 100–120V appliances are not safe on Chile’s 220V electricity with only a plug adapter.

  • Chile-compatible plug adapter required
  • Step-down voltage converter required for single-voltage 100–120V appliances
  • Check every charger, hair tool, and heat-producing appliance before packing
  • A plug adapter changes the plug shape only — it does not change the voltage

🇯🇵 Japan

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

Vs. Chile: Japan uses much lower voltage than Chile. Chile uses 220V electricity, so single-voltage 100V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

Japanese Type A and Type B plugs do not fit Chile’s Type C and Type L outlets. Travelers from Japan need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

Devices labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are safe with the correct adapter.

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🇹🇼 Taiwan

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

Vs. Chile: Taiwan uses lower-voltage power than Chile. Chile uses 220V electricity, so single-voltage 110V appliances are not safe with only a plug adapter.

Taiwanese Type A and Type B plugs do not fit Chile’s Type C and Type L outlets. Travelers from Taiwan need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

Phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, power banks, and USB chargers labeled 100–240V are safe with the correct adapter.

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🌍 Africa

map of Africa

⚡ 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Most travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Chile’s 220V, 50Hz power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

  • Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with the correct plug setup
  • Many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Chile
  • Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets
  • Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s Type C outlets directly
  • Compatible Type L plugs may fit Chile’s Type L outlets directly
  • Other plug types may need a Chile-compatible adapter
  • Plug shapes vary across Africa, so check the plug used by each device before you pack
  • Always check the label on heat-based or motor-based appliances before packing

🇩🇿 Algeria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Algeria and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power. Algeria uses Type C / F plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Algerian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. If your device uses Type F, bring a Chile-compatible plug adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇦🇴 Angola

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Angola and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power, and both use Type C outlets.

Angolan Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s Type C outlets directly. Travelers using standard Angolan Type C devices usually do not need a plug adapter or voltage converter.

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🇧🇯 Benin

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Benin and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power. Benin uses Type C / E plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇧🇼 Botswana

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

Vs. Chile: Botswana and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power, but their plug systems are different.

Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M plugs. These do not match Chile’s standard Type C / L outlets, so Botswana travelers should bring a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Burkina Faso and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly, while Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇧🇮 Burundi

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Burundi and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity. Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇨🇲 Cameroon

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Cameroon and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity. Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇨🇫 Central African Republic

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: The Central African Republic and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇩 Chad

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

Vs. Chile: Chad and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E and Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇰🇲 Comoros

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Comoros and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇨🇬 Congo / Republic of the Congo

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Congo and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power and Type C plugs.

Standard Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Travelers using Type C devices usually do not need a plug adapter or voltage converter.

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🇩🇯 Djibouti

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Djibouti and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇪🇬 Egypt

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Egypt and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Egyptian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s outlets directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Equatorial Guinea and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇪🇷 Eritrea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Eritrea and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity and Type C plugs.

Eritrean Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Travelers using standard Type C devices usually do not need a plug adapter or voltage converter.

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🇸🇿 Eswatini / Swaziland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type M.

Vs. Chile: Eswatini and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz electricity, but the plug shapes are different.

Eswatini uses Type M plugs, which do not match Chile’s Type C / L outlets. Travelers from Eswatini need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇪🇹 Ethiopia

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

Vs. Chile: Ethiopia and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power, and both use Type C and Type L plugs.

Ethiopian Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly, and compatible Type L plugs may also fit Chile’s Type L outlets. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇬🇦 Gabon

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Gabon and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity and Type C plugs.

Gabonese Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly.

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🇬🇲 Gambia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: The Gambia and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz electricity, but the plug shapes are different.

Gambian Type G plugs do not match Chile’s Type C / L outlets. Travelers from the Gambia need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇬🇭 Ghana

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

Vs. Chile: Ghana and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power, but their plug systems are different.

Type D and Type G plugs do not match Chile’s standard Type C / L outlets. Ghanaian travelers should bring a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇬🇳 Guinea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: Guinea and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Guinea-Bissau and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity and Type C plugs.

Standard Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly.

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🇰🇪 Kenya

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Kenya and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency.

Kenya uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets. Kenyan travelers need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇱🇸 Lesotho

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type M.

Vs. Chile: Lesotho and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power, but their plug shapes are different.

Lesotho uses Type M plugs. Travelers from Lesotho need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇱🇾 Libya

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

Vs. Chile: Libya and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power, and both use Type C and Type L plugs.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly, and compatible Type L plugs may also fit. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇲🇼 Malawi

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Malawi and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power, but Malawi uses Type G plugs while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Malawian travelers need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇲🇱 Mali

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Mali and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇲🇷 Mauritania

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Mauritania and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity and Type C plugs.

Mauritanian Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly.

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🇲🇺 Mauritius

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E / G.

Vs. Chile: Mauritius and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power.

Mauritian Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E and Type G plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇲🇦 Morocco

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Morocco and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Moroccan Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇲🇿 Mozambique

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

Vs. Chile: Mozambique and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type F and Type M plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇳🇦 Namibia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type M.

Vs. Chile: Namibia and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power, but Namibia uses Type M plugs while Chile uses Type C / L outlets.

Namibian travelers need a Chile-compatible plug adapter.

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🇳🇪 Niger

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Niger and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇳🇬 Nigeria

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

Vs. Chile: Nigeria and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz electricity, but the plug shapes are different.

Nigerian Type D and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇷🇼 Rwanda

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / J.

Vs. Chile: Rwanda and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz electricity.

Rwandan Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type J plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Chile: São Tomé and Príncipe and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type F plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇳 Senegal

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

Vs. Chile: Senegal and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz electricity.

Senegalese Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type D and Type E plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇨 Seychelles

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Seychelles and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity and the same 50Hz frequency, but the plug shapes are different.

Seychellois Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

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

Vs. Chile: Sierra Leone and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power, but the plug shapes are different.

Type D and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇴 Somalia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / G.

Vs. Chile: Somalia and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power.

Somali Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇿🇦 South Africa

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / M / N.

Vs. Chile: South Africa and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power.

South African Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type D, Type M, and Type N plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇸🇸 South Sudan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: South Sudan and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz electricity, and both use Type C plugs.

South Sudanese Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly.

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🇸🇩 Sudan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D.

Vs. Chile: Sudan and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power.

Sudanese Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type D plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇿 Tanzania

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

Vs. Chile: Tanzania and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power, but their plug shapes are different.

Tanzanian Type D and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇹🇬 Togo

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Chile: Togo and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz electricity and Type C plugs.

Togolese Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly.

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🇹🇳 Tunisia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Chile: Tunisia and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power.

Tunisian Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇺🇬 Uganda

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Chile: Uganda and Chile use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency.

Uganda uses Type G plugs, while Chile uses Type C / L outlets. Ugandan travelers need a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇿🇲 Zambia

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

Vs. Chile: Zambia and Chile use compatible higher-voltage 50Hz power.

Zambian Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type D and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type D / G.

Vs. Chile: Zimbabwe and Chile both use 220V, 50Hz power, but their plug shapes are different.

Zimbabwean Type D and Type G plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

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⚠️ 120V or Mixed-Voltage Countries

⚠️ Adapter Depends on Plug Type — Be Careful With Chile’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries may use lower-voltage or mixed-voltage systems, but Chile uses 220V. That means voltage and plug shape both matter.

  • Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup
  • Single-voltage 110–127V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter
  • If you must use a single-voltage lower-voltage appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage
  • Mixed-voltage countries require extra label-checking
  • Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets
  • A plug adapter changes the plug shape only — it does not change voltage

🇱🇷 Liberia

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

Vs. Chile: Liberia uses 120V, 60Hz power with Type A / B / C plugs. Chile uses 220V, 50Hz power with Type C / L outlets.

Liberian Type C plugs generally fit Chile’s Type C outlets directly. Type A and Type B plugs require a Chile-compatible adapter.

Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter.

If you must use a single-voltage 120V appliance, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage.

What to pack:

🇲🇬 Madagascar

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

Vs. Chile: Madagascar has a mixed 127V / 220V electrical system and uses Type C / E plugs. Chile uses 220V, 50Hz electricity with Type C / L outlets.

Madagascan Type C plugs generally fit Chile directly. Type E plugs may require a Chile-compatible adapter.

Travelers from Madagascar should check every device label carefully. Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually fine.

A single-voltage 127V appliance is not safe in Chile with only a plug adapter. If you must use one, you need a step-down voltage converter rated for that appliance’s wattage. A device labeled for 220–240V is generally voltage-compatible with Chile, but you should still check its exact rating before packing.

What to pack:

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⚡ Universal Packing Checklist

Use this checklist no matter where you’re traveling from. Adjust only adapter vs. converter based on your home country, plug type, and the devices you personally plan to bring.

Essential Power Gear

Conditional — Only If Needed

Plug adapter

Required if your home plug does not fit Chile’s Type C or Type L outlets.

If your device already uses a compatible Type C plug or compatible Type L plug, you may not need an adapter at all.

Step-down voltage converter for blow dryers, curling irons, straighteners, steamers, or other single-voltage 120V appliances

Required if you bring a single-voltage 100–127V appliance that is not designed for Chile’s 220V power.

Organization & Protection

Quick Safety Check

Look for “100–240V” printed on chargers and devices. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets and operates on 220V, 50Hz.

For travelers from countries with 100–127V power:

Plug adapter needed if your plug does not fit Chile’s Type C / L outlets
Step-down voltage converter needed if you bring a single-voltage 100–127V appliance

For travelers from 220–240V countries:

Plug adapter needed only if your plug does not fit Chile’s Type C / L outlets
Voltage converter usually not needed for voltage-compatible 220–240V devices
⚠ Frequency-sensitive devices should still be checked if they are not rated for 50Hz

For everyone:

Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V usually only need the correct plug setup
⚠ Single-voltage appliances need extra checking because Chile uses 220V power

🇨🇱 Final Tips for Chile

For travelers from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, Colombia, Ecuador, and other lower-voltage countries, Chile is not as simple as packing a plug adapter and forgetting about it. Chile uses Type C and Type L outlets with 220V power, so travelers whose plugs do not fit will need an adapter, and single-voltage 100–127V appliances are not safe with only a plug adapter.

For travelers from Europe, much of Asia, much of Africa, Oceania, and many other 220–240V countries, Chile’s voltage will feel much more familiar. Whether you need an adapter depends on your actual plug shape.

Travelers whose devices use compatible Type C plugs may be able to plug them directly into Chilean outlets without an adapter. Compatible Type L plugs may also work with Chile’s Type L outlets.

For travelers using Type A, Type B, Type D, Type E, Type F, Type G, Type H, Type I, Type J, Type K, Type M, Type N, Type O, or other plug types, check your exact plug before leaving and bring a Chile-compatible adapter when needed.

Adapters change plug shape, not voltage. If your device does not match Chile’s 220V power and is not dual-voltage, a plug adapter alone does not solve the problem.

Chile’s setup is fairly easy once you know the two big rules: Type C / L outlets and 220V power. That means your phone charger is probably fine if it says 100–240V, but your hair dryer, curling iron, straightener, steamer, kettle, or heating pad needs more attention.

The biggest risk is bringing a single-voltage appliance from a lower-voltage country and assuming a plug adapter is enough.

Outlets can still be limited. Hotels, apartments, hostels, lodges, boutique properties, cabins, remote stays, older buildings, and smaller accommodations may not always have enough conveniently placed outlets near the bed, desk, mirror, or luggage area. A travel power strip can make charging much easier.

USB ports are not guaranteed. Do not assume your hotel room, airport gate, transfer vehicle, café, tour vehicle, rental apartment, hostel, lodge, cruise cabin, or bedside lamp will have built-in USB charging.

Hair tools are still the biggest risk. If yours is not dual-voltage and does not match Chile’s 220V power, either bring the correct step-down voltage converter rated for the appliance’s wattage, use hotel-provided tools, buy or borrow a locally compatible option, or switch to a dual-voltage travel version.

Power banks are incredibly useful in Chile, especially for long sightseeing days in Santiago and Valparaíso, Atacama Desert excursions, Patagonia adventures, Torres del Paine hikes, Lake District road trips, Chiloé outings, Easter Island sightseeing, wine-region day trips, photography-heavy itineraries, long bus rides, airport days, and any day when your phone is handling maps, tickets, reservations, translations, and transportation.

Chile’s power setup is manageable once you know what you are dealing with. The main things to remember are Type C and Type L outlets, 220V power, and 50Hz frequency.

Once your charging setup is ready, you are set for Santiago city days, colorful Valparaíso streets, Atacama Desert landscapes, Patagonia adventures, Torres del Paine, Puerto Varas and the Lake District, Chiloé, Chilean wine country, Easter Island, Pacific Coast road trips, and all those unforgettable Chile travel moments.

Power outages are not something most travelers build a trip around, but occasional interruptions can happen anywhere. Devices with batteries like phones, laptops, Kindles, cameras, and power banks make that much less annoying when they do.

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