Power Plugs & Voltage in Brazil
In Brazil, the standard voltage is 127V at 60Hz, and plug types C, N are used.
Your Type A / Type B plugs don't fit Brazil's Type C / Type N sockets. Pack a plug adapter.
Same as home. Any device that works there works in Brazil.
Check your charger Most phone, laptop and camera chargers are dual-voltage (look for “INPUT: 100–240V” on the label). Those only ever need a plug adapter, never a voltage converter. High-wattage items with heating elements (hair dryers, straighteners, kettles) are the usual exception.Brazil mains: 127V, 60 Hz.
Note Brazil adopted its own Type N standard. Voltage varies by city between 127V and 220V — check locally before plugging in high-power appliances.
Plug types in Brazil
2 round pins (Europlug, fits most of Europe)
2-3 round pins (Brazilian, IEC 60906-1)
Many modern chargers, laptops, phones and cameras are dual-voltage: their label reads INPUT: 100–240V. Those work anywhere in the world with just a plug adapter — no voltage converter needed. Only single-voltage, high-wattage devices (hair dryers, travel kettles, straighteners) are a real concern in Brazil’s 127V supply. Always check the label on your own device.
How to check what you need for Brazil
- 01 Pick your home country in the checker above.
- 02 See instantly whether your plugs fit Brazil’s Types C & N sockets, and whether the 127V supply is a concern.
- 03 Read the label on each device — 100–240V means a plug adapter is all you need.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Brazil?
Brazil uses Types C & N plugs. Brazil adopted its own Type N standard. Voltage varies by city between 127V and 220V — check locally before plugging in high-power appliances.
What voltage is Brazil?
The standard mains voltage in Brazil is 127V at 60Hz. Most modern chargers and laptops are dual-voltage (100–240V) and work fine; single-voltage appliances from a country with very different voltage may need a converter.
Do I need an adapter for Brazil from the US?
Yes. US plugs (Type A/B) don't fit Brazil's Types C & N sockets, so you'll need a plug adapter. The US is 120V and Brazil is 127V. Use the checker above for your exact home country.
Do I need an adapter for Brazil from the UK?
Yes. UK Type G plugs don't fit Brazil's Types C & N sockets, so you'll need a plug adapter. Voltage is 127V — check whether single-voltage devices need a converter.