Can I use my United States plug in Mexico?
A straight answer for United States devices on a Mexico trip — plugs, voltage and frequency compared.
No adapter needed
Your Type A plugs fit Mexico sockets. Voltage and frequency also match, so there is nothing to adapt.
Side by side
| United States | Mexico | |
|---|---|---|
| Plug types | Type A and Type B | Type A and Type B |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Frequency | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Socket standard | NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15, NEMA 14-30, NEMA 14-50 | NMX-J-163-ANCE |
What to pack
- Your Type A and Type B plugs fit Mexico sockets — and the voltage matches.
- A second adapter if you travel with a partner — they are cheap and easy to lose.
Both countries in detail
United States power plugs
Type A, Type B at 120 V / 60 Hz.
Mexico power plugs
Type A, Type B at 120 V / 60 Hz.