Power Plugs & Voltage in Jamaica
In Jamaica, the standard voltage is 110V at 50Hz, and plug types A, B are used.
Your plugs (Type A, Type B) fit Jamaica's sockets directly.
Same as home. Any device that works there works in Jamaica.
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.Jamaica mains: 110V, 50 Hz.
Note Type A/B like the US, but note the 50 Hz frequency.
Plug types in Jamaica
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 Jamaica’s 110V supply. Always check the label on your own device.
How to check what you need for Jamaica
- 01 Pick your home country in the checker above.
- 02 See instantly whether your plugs fit Jamaica’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 Jamaica?
Jamaica uses Types A & B plugs. Type A/B like the US, but note the 50 Hz frequency.
What voltage is Jamaica?
The standard mains voltage in Jamaica is 110V at 50Hz. 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 Jamaica from the US?
Jamaica accepts US-style Type A/B plugs, so a plug adapter may not be needed — but check the voltage: the US is 120V and Jamaica is 110V. Use the checker above for your exact home country.
Do I need an adapter for Jamaica from the UK?
Yes. UK Type G plugs don't fit Jamaica's Types A & B sockets, so you'll need a plug adapter. Voltage is 110V — check whether single-voltage devices need a converter.