From Chile to Curaçao
When travelling from Chile to Curaçao: None of your Chile plug types fit in Curaçao. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 127V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 127V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Chile
CuraçaoYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type L
No fit
Accepted in Curaçao
Type A
Type B
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, L • Curaçao: A, B
No fit for: C, L
Voltage: 230V → 127V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Curaçao
Curaçao is 127V/50Hz with Type A and B sockets. An unusual North-American/European pairing.
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
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.