Travel adapter from Belize to Guatemala — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Guatemala?

Guatemala uses Type A and Type B plugs at 120 V, 60 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Belize and Guatemala, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

Good news — Belize and Guatemala both use the same plug shape and compatible voltage. You can plug your devices straight into the wall in Guatemala without an adapter or converter.

Belize (home)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V

Guatemala (destination)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V

Electrical specifications in Guatemala

Voltage

Belize 110 V

Guatemala 120 V

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Frequency

Belize 60 Hz

Guatemala 60 Hz

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More about plugs in Guatemala

In Guatemala, the standard power plug is Type A and Type B. The country runs on 120 volts at 60 Hz. That means wall sockets in Guatemala can be one of 2 different shapes — Type A, Type B, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Guatemala plug guide