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From Bahamas to Curaçao

All plugs match

When travelling from Bahamas to Curaçao: Good news: all your Bahamas plug types fit in Curaçao. Voltage is different (120V → 127V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 127V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.

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Your plugs

Plug A

Type A

Fits

Plug B

Type B

Fits

Accepted in Curaçao

Plug A

Type A

Plug B

Type B

2 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: A, B • Curaçao: A, B

Voltage: 120V → 127V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz

Different frequency

Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.

Plugs fit, but voltage differs

Adapters you may need

Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Curaçao

Curaçao is 127V/50Hz with Type A and B sockets. An unusual North-American/European pairing.

CW

Grid & history

Aqualectra supplies the island from oil and an offshore wind farm. The 127V/50Hz combination is unusual and worth noting.

Availability

Reliable.

Sockets & hotels

Standard North American sockets at 127V.

Energy mix

Renewables25%
Fossil75%

Wind contributes meaningfully.

Practical tips

  • US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
  • Voltage is 127V at 50Hz. US 60Hz motors and clocks will run ~17% slow.

Need an adapter?

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Bahamas plug work in Curaçao?
Yes. Every Bahamas plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Curaçao sockets without an adapter.
What plug type does Curaçao use?
Curaçao uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 127V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Curaçao when travelling from Bahamas?
Curaçao runs on 127V, while Bahamas uses 120V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 127V you will also need a voltage converter.
Is the electrical frequency in Curaçao the same as Bahamas?
Frequency in Curaçao is 50Hz, while Bahamas uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.