Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
120V
Frequency
60Hz
Plugs
A, B
Plugs & sockets in Laos
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
A, B, C, E, F
Panama to Laos: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) No Adapter Needed
Getting ready for your journey from Panama to Laos? Electrical compatibility is easy to overlook, but bringing the wrong plug or forgetting an adapter can leave you scrambling at your hotel. Here's what you need to know.
Since Panama and Laos both support Type A, B plugs, you can use your chargers and appliances without a travel adapter. One less thing to worry about.
Be aware that Panama runs on 120V at 60Hz, while Laos uses 230V at 50Hz. This voltage difference matters for appliances like hair dryers, curling irons, and electric shavers that aren't dual-voltage. Check the label on your devices. If it says "100-240V," you're fine. Otherwise, you'll need a voltage converter.
Most modern phone chargers, laptop adapters, and camera chargers are designed to handle 100-240V input, so they'll work anywhere with just a plug adapter. Heat-producing appliances like hair dryers and flat irons are often single-voltage, so check before you plug them in abroad.
