From Sint Maarten to Curaçao
When travelling from Sint Maarten to Curaçao: Good news: all your Sint Maarten plug types fit in Curaçao. Voltage is different (110V → 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.
Sint Maarten
CuraçaoYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Curaçao
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Curaçao: A, B
Voltage: 110V → 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 differsAdapters you may need
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Sint Maarten plug work in Curaçao?
- Yes. Every Sint Maarten 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 Sint Maarten?
- Curaçao runs on 127V, while Sint Maarten uses 110V. 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 Sint Maarten?
- Frequency in Curaçao is 50Hz, while Sint Maarten uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.