Power Plugs & Voltage in Colombia
In Colombia, the standard voltage is 110V at 60Hz, and plug types A, B are used.
Your plugs (Type A, Type B) fit Colombia's sockets directly.
Same as home. Any device that works there works in Colombia.
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.Colombia mains: 110V, 60 Hz.
Note Type A/B at 110V 60 Hz — very similar to the US.
Plug types in Colombia
2 flat parallel pins (ungrounded, North America / Japan)
2 flat pins + a round grounding pin (North America)
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 Colombia’s 110V supply. Always check the label on your own device.
How to check what you need for Colombia
- 01 Pick your home country in the checker above.
- 02 See instantly whether your plugs fit Colombia’s Types A & B sockets, and whether the 110V 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 Colombia?
Colombia uses Types A & B plugs. Type A/B at 110V 60 Hz — very similar to the US.
What voltage is Colombia?
The standard mains voltage in Colombia is 110V 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 Colombia from the US?
Colombia accepts US-style Type A/B plugs, so a plug adapter may not be needed — but check the voltage: the US is 120V and Colombia is 110V. Use the checker above for your exact home country.
Do I need an adapter for Colombia from the UK?
Yes. UK Type G plugs don't fit Colombia's Types A & B sockets, so you'll need a plug adapter. Voltage is 110V — check whether single-voltage devices need a converter.