Plug types by country / Guyana
Plug Type and Voltage in Guyana
Guyana uses Type A, Type B, Type D and Type G sockets. The standard voltage is 240V and the frequency is 60Hz.
Sockets in Guyana
Type A: two flat parallel pins, ungrounded. Also used in North and Central America and Japan.
Type B: two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin, grounded. Also used in North and Central America.
Type D: three large round pins in a triangle, grounded. Also used in India, Nepal and parts of Africa.
Type G: three rectangular pins in a triangle, grounded. Also used in the UK, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore and the Gulf.
Will your plug fit in Guyana?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States (A, B) | No adapter needed | Converter for 120V-only devices |
| United Kingdom (G) | No adapter needed | Same range |
| Germany (C, F) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| France (C, E) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Italy (C, F, L) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Switzerland (C, J) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Australia (I) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| China (A, C, I) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Japan (A, B) | No adapter needed | Converter for 100V-only devices |
| India (C, D, M) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Brazil (C, N) | Adapter needed | Converter for 127V-only devices |
| South Africa (C, D, M, N) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Israel (C, H) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Denmark (C, E, F, K) | Adapter needed | Same range |
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Guyana?
Guyana uses Type A, Type B, Type D and Type G sockets. Type A has two flat parallel pins. Type B has two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin. Type D has three large round pins in a triangle. Type G has three rectangular pins in a triangle.
What is the voltage in Guyana?
The standard voltage in Guyana is 240V at 60Hz. Devices from 100-127V countries such as the US need to be rated for 100-240V or used with a voltage converter.
Can I use a US plug in Guyana?
Yes, it fits. United States uses Type A and Type B plugs and Guyana has Type A, Type B, Type D and Type G sockets. The voltage also differs (120V vs 240V), so check that your devices are rated 100-240V.
Can I use a UK plug in Guyana?
Yes, it fits. United Kingdom uses Type G plugs and Guyana has Type A, Type B, Type D and Type G sockets.