Travel adapter from China to Jamaica — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Jamaica?

Jamaica uses Type A and Type B plugs at 110 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

You will not need a plug adapter — China and Jamaica share at least one common plug shape (Type A). Voltages differ (230 V at home vs 110 V abroad), so check the label on each device. Most modern dual-voltage chargers handle the swing without a converter, but heating appliances usually do not.

Voltage converter may be needed. Check your device label — most modern electronics (phones, laptops) support 100–240 V and only need a plug adapter. Hair dryers, kettles, and older appliances may need a step-up or step-down converter.

China (home)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type I Two or three flat angled pins 220–240V

Jamaica (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Jamaica

Voltage

China 230 V

Jamaica 110 V

Differs

Frequency

China 50 Hz

Jamaica 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Jamaica

In Jamaica, the standard power plug is Type A and Type B. The country runs on 110 volts at 50 Hz. That means wall sockets in Jamaica can be one of 2 different shapes — Type A, Type B, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Jamaica plug guide