Travel adapter from Ecuador to Philippines — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Philippines?

Philippines uses Type A and Type B and Type C plugs at 230 V, 60 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

You will not need a plug adapter — Ecuador and Philippines share at least one common plug shape (Type A, Type B). Voltages differ (120 V at home vs 230 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.

Ecuador (home)

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

Philippines (destination)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Philippines

Voltage

Ecuador 120 V

Philippines 230 V

Differs

Frequency

Ecuador 60 Hz

Philippines 60 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Philippines

In Philippines, the standard power plug is Type A and Type B and Type C. The country runs on 230 volts at 60 Hz. That means wall sockets in Philippines can be one of 3 different shapes — Type A, Type B, Type C, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Philippines plug guide