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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

A, C


Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C

Plugs & sockets in El Salvador

Voltage

120V

Frequency

60Hz

Plugs

A, B


Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type B Plug
Type B Socket
Type B

Bolivia to El Salvador: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Traveling from Bolivia to El Salvador means crossing into a different electrical system. Before you leave, take a moment to understand the plug types and voltage used in El Salvador so you can keep all your devices charged and ready.

Both Bolivia and El Salvador use Type A plugs, so your devices should plug right in. An adapter isn't strictly necessary for this trip.

Voltage is another key difference. Bolivia uses 230V while El Salvador uses 120V. If your device only supports one voltage, using it with the wrong supply could cause overheating or permanent damage. Look for "Input: 100-240V" on your charger. Most modern phone and laptop chargers support this range.

Rather than packing bulky converters, consider buying travel-sized dual-voltage versions of appliances you can't live without. For phones and laptops, all you'll need is the right plug adapter since their chargers almost always support worldwide voltage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Both countries support Type A plugs, so your devices should fit El Salvador's outlets directly.