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From Bonaire to Bolivia

Some plugs match

When travelling from Bonaire to Bolivia: Some of your Bonaire plug types fit in Bolivia (A, B, C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (127V / 220V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

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Your plugs

Plug A

Type A

Fits

Plug B

Type B

Fits

Plug C

Type C

Fits

Plug F

Type F

No fit

Accepted in Bolivia

Plug A

Type A

Plug B

Type B

Plug C

Type C

3 of 4 plug type(s) match

You: A, B, C, F • Bolivia: A, B, C

No fit for: F

Voltage: 127V / 220V → 230V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Bolivia

Bolivia is 230V/50Hz with Type A, B, and C sockets. Modern outlets are hybrids.

BO

Grid & history

Natural gas dominates Bolivian generation, with hydropower from Andean rivers contributing the rest. Solar capacity is small but growing.

Availability

Reliable in La Paz, Sucre, and Santa Cruz; rural altiplano can see outages.

Sockets & hotels

Hybrid sockets accepting US flat pins and European round pins are common.

Energy mix

Renewables30%
Fossil70%

Practical tips

  • US flat-pin plugs and European C plugs both work in modern sockets.
  • Voltage is 230V. US-only appliances need a converter.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Bonaire plug work in Bolivia?
Partly. Some of your Bonaire plug types (Type A, Type B, Type C) fit Bolivia sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
What plug type does Bolivia use?
Bolivia uses Type A, Type B, Type C. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Bolivia when travelling from Bonaire?
Bolivia runs on 230V, while Bonaire uses 127V / 220V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
Is the electrical frequency in Bolivia the same as Bonaire?
Frequency in Bolivia is 50Hz, the same as Bonaire.