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Brazil

Brazil uses plug types C and N. The most common is type N – the Brazilian plug.

Type
C · N
Voltage
127/220 V
Frequency
60 Hz

Type C

Europlug

Two round pins, no earth – the thin plug that fits sockets in most of Europe, South America and Asia.

2.5 A · ungrounded

Type N

Brazilian plug · most common

Three round pins in a hexagonal recess – Brazil and newer buildings in South Africa.

10/20 A · grounded

Good to know

Brazil uses both 127 V and 220 V – it depends on the state and sometimes the city, and some buildings have both. Check the voltage before plugging in single-voltage appliances. Type N became mandatory in 2011; older buildings may still have other sockets.

Mains voltage by state

  • 127 V
  • 220 V
  • Both, depending on the city

The regional split is approximate – there are many local exceptions. Check the voltage on arrival.

Will your plugs fit here?

Where plugs from this country fit

Travelling to Brazil

Frequently asked questions

What plug type is used in Brazil?

Brazil uses plug types C and N. The most common is type N – the Brazilian plug. Brazil uses both 127 V and 220 V – it depends on the state and sometimes the city, and some buildings have both. Check the voltage before plugging in single-voltage appliances. Type N became mandatory in 2011; older buildings may still have other sockets.

What is the voltage in Brazil?

The mains voltage in Brazil is 127/220 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. Two voltages are in use – check which one the socket has before plugging in (the easiest way is to ask at your hotel).

Do I need a travel adapter for Brazil?

You need an adapter if your devices have plugs other than types C and N. Only some plugs fit for travellers from China, France, Germany, India and Poland. Travellers from Australia, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom and United States need an adapter to type N.

Do I need a voltage converter in Brazil?

If you bring devices from Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Poland, United Kingdom and United States, check their rating labels. Phone and laptop chargers usually work on 100–240 V, but hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often do not – those need a voltage converter.