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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

120V

Frequency

220V

Plugs

A, B, C, F


Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type B Plug
Type B Socket
Type B
Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type F Plug
Type F Socket
Type F

Plugs & sockets in Uruguay

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, F, I, L


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type F Plug
Type F Socket
Type F
Type I Plug
Type I Socket
Type I
Type L Plug
Type L Socket
Type L

Suriname to Uruguay: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

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

Both Suriname and Uruguay use Type C/F plugs, so your devices should plug right in. An adapter isn't strictly necessary for this trip.

Voltage is another key difference. Suriname uses 120V while Uruguay uses 230V. 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 C/F plugs, so your devices should fit Uruguay's outlets directly.