Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
120V
Frequency
60Hz
Plugs
A, B
Plugs & sockets in Bolivia
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
A, C
El Salvador to Bolivia: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Whether it's a business trip or a vacation, traveling from El Salvador to Bolivia requires a quick check on power compatibility. The last thing you want is to arrive and discover your charger doesn't fit the outlets.
Good news: El Salvador and Bolivia share compatible plug types (Type A). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Bolivia's outlets without any adapter needed.
The electrical standards differ significantly: El Salvador operates at 120V/60Hz and Bolivia at 230V/50Hz. For single-voltage appliances (hair straighteners, kettles, etc.), this mismatch could damage your device or even be a safety hazard. Always verify your device's voltage rating before plugging in.
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.
