United States of America

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

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

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

In the United States of America the power plug sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the frequency is 60 Hz.

Power plug adapter needed in the United States of America?

In the United States of America 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 the United States of America. 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 the United States of America — Type A: This socket has no alternative plugs

Power plug sockets type B are used in the United States of America — Type B: This socket also works with plug A

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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 the United States of America?

In the United States of America the standard voltage is 120 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in the United States of America, because the standard voltage (120 V) is the same as in the United States of America. So you don't need a voltage converter in the United States of America, 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.