Jamaica power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Jamaica uses Type A and Type B sockets at 110 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- A / B 2 socket types in use
- Voltage
- 110 V Low-voltage grid (100–127 V)
- Frequency
- 50 Hz 50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
- National standard
- NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15 Grid reliability: Good
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as Jamaica, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What the sockets look like
Power in Jamaica
Jamaica uses Type A and Type B power plugs. The standard voltage is 110 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Major power generation in Jamaica primarily relies on oil, though there is a growing emphasis on renewable energy sources like solar and wind. The power infrastructure is relatively reliable, with consistent service in urban areas, though rural regions may experience occasional outages. Efforts to modernize the grid and increase renewable energy adoption are ongoing. Overall, Jamaica's power system supports the needs of its residents and visitors effectively.
Recommended gear
Adapters & converters →
EPICKA 75 W GaN universal travel adapter
One block that covers US, UK, EU and Australian sockets, with 75 W of USB-C charging — enough for a laptop without carrying its power brick.
- Plugs for US / UK / EU / AU sockets
- 3× USB-C (75 W total) + 2× USB-A
- Universal AC socket, fused, up to 2000 W
- About 250 g
It does not convert voltage. A 120 V appliance still gets 230 V in Europe, whatever adapter you use.
Best for: Phones, laptops, cameras, tablets and anything dual-voltage.
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Fits American and Japanese flat-pin sockets. For visitors from Europe, the UK, Australia or India.
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