An adapter may be useful
Only some of your plugs fit (type A). For the others, take an adapter to type B.
Travel
China Mexico
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: different from home
Mexico has 127 V, China has 220 V. Devices with a 100–240 V power supply (chargers, laptops) work; others need a voltage converter.
Frequency: different
Mexico uses 60 Hz, China uses 50 Hz. It makes no difference to chargers and electronics; clocks and some motor-driven appliances may behave differently.
- from: China
- to: Mexico
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | AB | fits |
| Type C | AB | doesn’t fit |
| Type I | AB | doesn’t fit |
- China
- 220 V · 50 Hz
- Mexico
- 127 V · 60 Hz
Many older sockets are two-slot type A, so three-prong plugs may not fit. The nominal voltage is 127 V.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from China to Mexico?
An adapter may be useful. Only some of your plugs fit (type A). For the others, take an adapter to type B.
Do I need a voltage converter from China to Mexico?
Voltage: different from home. Mexico has 127 V, China has 220 V. Devices with a 100–240 V power supply (chargers, laptops) work; others need a voltage converter.