You need a plug adapter
Your plugs from Canada (types A and B) don’t fit the sockets in Brazil (types C and N). Take an adapter to type N.
Travel
Canada Brazil
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: check on arrival
Brazil has 127/220 V, Canada has 120 V – some sockets may have a different voltage from home. Check your device’s rating label.
Frequency: the same
60 Hz in both countries.
- from: Canada
- to: Brazil
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | CN | doesn’t fit |
| Type B | CN | doesn’t fit |
- Canada
- 120 V · 60 Hz
- Brazil
- 127/220 V · 60 Hz
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.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Canada to Brazil?
You need a plug adapter. Your plugs from Canada (types A and B) don’t fit the sockets in Brazil (types C and N). Take an adapter to type N.
Do I need a voltage converter from Canada to Brazil?
Voltage: check on arrival. Brazil has 127/220 V, Canada has 120 V – some sockets may have a different voltage from home. Check your device’s rating label.