An adapter may be useful
Only some of your plugs fit (type C). For the others, take an adapter to type N.
Travel
Germany Brazil
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: check on arrival
Brazil has 127/220 V, Germany has 230 V – some sockets may have a different voltage from home. Check your device’s rating label.
Frequency: different
Brazil uses 60 Hz, Germany uses 50 Hz. It makes no difference to chargers and electronics; clocks and some motor-driven appliances may behave differently.
- from: Germany
- to: Brazil
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type C | CN | fits |
| Type F | CN | doesn’t fit |
- Germany
- 230 V · 50 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 Germany to Brazil?
An adapter may be useful. Only some of your plugs fit (type C). For the others, take an adapter to type N.
Do I need a voltage converter from Germany to Brazil?
Voltage: check on arrival. Brazil has 127/220 V, Germany has 230 V – some sockets may have a different voltage from home. Check your device’s rating label.