Travel adapter from United States to Peru — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Peru?

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

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in United States and Peru, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

You will not need a plug adapter — United States and Peru 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.

United States (home)

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

Peru (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 Peru

Voltage

United States 120 V

Peru 230 V

Differs

Frequency

United States 60 Hz

Peru 60 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Peru

In Peru, 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 Peru 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 Peru plug guide