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

Q: What plug is used in Taiwan?

Taiwan uses Type A and Type B plugs at 110 V, 60 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

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

Guatemala (home)

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

Taiwan (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Taiwan

Voltage

Guatemala 120 V

Taiwan 110 V

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Frequency

Guatemala 60 Hz

Taiwan 60 Hz

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More about plugs in Taiwan

In Taiwan, the standard power plug is Type A and Type B. The country runs on 110 volts at 60 Hz. That means wall sockets in Taiwan can be one of 2 different shapes — Type A, Type B, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Taiwan plug guide