Panama power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Panama 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: Good
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as Panama, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What the sockets look like
Power in Panama
Panama, located in Central America, connects North and South America and is bordered by Costa Rica and Colombia. Panama uses Type A and Type B power plugs. The standard voltage in Panama is 230 volts, with a frequency of 50 hertz, making it compatible with most international devices. Hydroelectric power is the dominant source of electricity generation, complemented by thermal power plants, which ensure a stable and diversified energy mix. The power infrastructure in Panama is generally reliable, with minimal outages and a well-maintained grid. Efforts to expand renewable energy sources further enhance the country's energy resilience and sustainability.
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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