Mexico power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Mexico uses Type A and Type B sockets at 120 V / 60 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- A / B 2 socket types in use
- Voltage
- 120 V Low-voltage grid (100–127 V)
- Frequency
- 60 Hz 60 Hz — Americas, parts of Asia
- National standard
- NMX-J-163-ANCE Grid reliability: Moderate to Good
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as Mexico, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What to expect in Mexico
Type A and B at 127 V / 60 Hz, with some hotels wiring 220 V circuits for air conditioning. US plugs fit, but the voltage is slightly higher than at home.
What the sockets look like
Power in Mexico
Mexico, located in the southern part of North America, is home to a diverse and evolving power infrastructure. Mexico uses Type A and Type B power plugs. The standard voltage is 120 V and the supply frequency is 60 Hz. Mexico's power generation is heavily reliant on natural gas and oil, but it also incorporates significant contributions from hydroelectric and wind power to diversify its energy mix. While the power grid is generally reliable, occasional issues such as outages and voltage fluctuations can occur, particularly in rural areas. Overall, Mexico's power infrastructure supports its growing economy and population, with ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reliability.
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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