From Puerto Rico to Venezuela
When travelling from Puerto Rico to Venezuela: Good news: all your Puerto Rico plug types fit in Venezuela. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Puerto Rico
VenezuelaYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Venezuela
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Venezuela: 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 Venezuela
Venezuela is 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets.
Grid & history
The Guri dam on the Caroní river is one of the world’s largest hydroelectric plants and historically provided most of Venezuela’s electricity. Years of underinvestment and drought have caused recurring nationwide blackouts since 2019.
Availability
Unreliable. Nationwide blackouts have occurred repeatedly. Most accommodation has generator backup.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Hydropower-dominated; chronic underinvestment.
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- A high-capacity power bank is essential because outages are routine.
- The supply matches the US 120V, so US chargers work directly.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Puerto Rico plug work in Venezuela?
- Yes. Every Puerto Rico plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Venezuela sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Venezuela use?
- Venezuela uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Venezuela when travelling from Puerto Rico?
- Venezuela runs on 120V, the same as Puerto Rico. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Venezuela the same as Puerto Rico?
- Frequency in Venezuela is 60Hz, the same as Puerto Rico.