From Brazil to Bonaire
When travelling from Brazil to Bonaire: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Bonaire (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 127V / 220V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Your plugs
Type C
Fits
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Bonaire
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, N • Bonaire: A, B, C, F
No fit for: N
Voltage: 127V / 220V → 127V / 220V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
Adapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Bonaire
Bonaire runs on 127V / 220V at 50Hz with Type A, B, C, and F sockets.
Grid & history
Power in Bonaire is delivered at 127V / 220V/50Hz, consistent with the broader regional pattern. A detailed generation mix is not yet available on this page.
Availability
Mains supply is generally usable in towns and tourist hubs; outages can occur in rural areas.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets in use include Type A, B, C, and F. Modern buildings tend to standardise on one of these, while older properties may have a mix. Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- Bring a universal adapter that covers Type A, B, C, and F, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
- The supply switches between 127V / 220V depending on the building, so verify the outlet before connecting anything voltage-sensitive.