Travel adapter from Peru 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 Peru and Taiwan, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

You will not need a plug adapter — Peru and Taiwan share at least one common plug shape (Type A, Type B). 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.

Peru (home)

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

Taiwan (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Taiwan

Voltage

Peru 230 V

Taiwan 110 V

Differs

Frequency

Peru 60 Hz

Taiwan 60 Hz

Match

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