Nicaragua power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Nicaragua 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
- NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15 Grid reliability: Moderate
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as Nicaragua, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What the sockets look like
Power in Nicaragua
Nicaragua, located in Central America, is bordered by Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. Nicaragua uses Type A and Type B power plugs. The standard voltage is 120 V and the supply frequency is 60 Hz. Nicaragua has been making significant strides in renewable energy, with over 50% of its power generation coming from sources like hydro, geothermal, and wind. However, thermal power, primarily from oil, still plays a significant role in the energy mix. While the power infrastructure has improved in recent years, reliability can vary, particularly in rural areas. Overall, Nicaragua is transitioning toward a more sustainable and reliable grid, though challenges remain.
Recommended gear
Adapters & converters →
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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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