Mexico

Are you planning to visit Mexico? Check if you need a power plug adapter or voltage converter for the power sockets (outlets) used in Mexico.

The following information is for travelers living in the United States of America. I live in another country.

Select the country you live in

You don't need a power plug adapter in Mexico, when living in the United States of America.

Below you find pictures of the applied power sockets and corresponding plugs. And we provide more information about the voltage and frequency.

Electricity in Mexico

In Mexico the power plug sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 127 V and the frequency is 60 Hz.

Power plug adapter needed in Mexico?

In Mexico the power plug sockets are of type A and B. Check out the following pictures. When living in the United States of America you don't need a power plug adapter in Mexico. Your power plugs fit. We recommend you to pack a 3 to 2 prong adapter in case type B sockets are not available.

Your appliances with plug A and plug B fit.

Power plug sockets type A are used in Mexico — Type A: This socket has no alternative plugs

Power plug sockets type B are used in Mexico — Type B: This socket also works with plug A

Buy a power plug (travel) adapter

We don't sell power plug adapters. We refer you to Amazon, where you will find a great selection of travel adapters.

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You can also check the map to see the use of different plugs and sockets in the world.

Spread of Power Plugs and Sockets around the world

Voltage converter needed in Mexico?

In Mexico the standard voltage is 127 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Mexico, because the standard voltage (127 V) is (more or less) the same as in the United States of America (120 V). Manufacturers take these small deviations into account. So you don't need a voltage converter in Mexico, when living in the United States of America.

To be sure, check the label on the appliance. Some appliances never need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz' the appliance can be used in all countries in the world. This is common for chargers of tablets/laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc.