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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

120V

Frequency

60Hz

Plugs

A, B


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

Plugs & sockets in Colombia

Voltage

110V

Frequency

60Hz

Plugs

A, B


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

Nicaragua to Colombia: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) No Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Colombia from Nicaragua, it's worth checking the power situation before you pack. Different countries use different outlet types and electrical standards, so your devices may not plug in directly when you arrive.

Good news: Nicaragua and Colombia share compatible plug types (Type A and B). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Colombia's outlets without any adapter needed.

The voltage and frequency in Colombia (110V, 60Hz) are close to Nicaragua (120V, 60Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

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/B plugs, so your devices should fit Colombia's outlets directly.