Travel adapter from Suriname to Colombia — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Colombia?

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

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

No adapter needed

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

Suriname (home)

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

Colombia (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Colombia

Voltage

Suriname 110 V

Colombia 110 V

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Frequency

Suriname 60 Hz

Colombia 60 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Colombia

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

Full Colombia plug guide