From Puerto Rico to Ecuador
When travelling from Puerto Rico to Ecuador: Good news: all your Puerto Rico plug types fit in Ecuador. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Puerto Rico
EcuadorYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Ecuador
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Ecuador: 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 Ecuador
Ecuador is 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, the North American standard.
Grid & history
Hydropower from the Andes (notably Coca Codo Sinclair on the Amazon side) is the largest source. The grid has matured significantly since the 2010s build-out.
Availability
Reliable in Quito, Guayaquil, and the Galápagos.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates.
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 Puerto Rico plug work in Ecuador?
- Yes. Every Puerto Rico plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Ecuador sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Ecuador use?
- Ecuador uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Ecuador when travelling from Puerto Rico?
- Ecuador runs on 120V, the same as Puerto Rico. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Ecuador the same as Puerto Rico?
- Frequency in Ecuador is 60Hz, the same as Puerto Rico.