From Costa Rica to El Salvador
When travelling from Costa Rica to El Salvador: Good news: all your Costa Rica plug types fit in El Salvador. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Costa Rica
El SalvadorYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in El Salvador
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • El Salvador: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 120V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in El Salvador
El Salvador runs on 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets.
Grid & history
El Salvador’s grid is significantly geothermal (Ahuachapán, Berlín plants) plus hydropower and oil. The country has invested in geothermal expansion since the 1970s.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Geothermal is a major source.
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- The supply matches the US 120V, so US chargers work directly.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Costa Rica plug work in El Salvador?
- Yes. Every Costa Rica plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in El Salvador sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does El Salvador use?
- El Salvador uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for El Salvador when travelling from Costa Rica?
- El Salvador runs on 120V, the same as Costa Rica. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in El Salvador the same as Costa Rica?
- Frequency in El Salvador is 60Hz, the same as Costa Rica.