Electric Power Around The WorldThe table below summarizes information on the electrical systems in use in most countries of the world.The voltages listed here are the nominal figures reported to be in use at most residential or commercial sites in the country or area named. Most electrical power systems are prone to slight variations in voltage due to demand or other factors. Many former 220 V countries have converted or are in the process of converting to the EU standard of 230 V. Generally, this difference is inconsequential, as most appliances are built to tolerate current a certain percentage above or below the rated voltage. However, severe variations in current can damage electrical equipment.The electric power frequency is shown in the number of hertz (cycles per second). Even if voltages are similar, a 60-hertz clock or tape recorder may not function properly on 50 hertz current. All systems described here use alternating current (AC). The plug types listed indicate all types known to be in use in that country. Not all areas of a country may use all types of plugs listed for that country, since there may be regional differences based on the power system in a certain area.Finally, Ive only included information that is likely to be relevant for travelers. Just about everywhere listed here has higher voltage lines available for heavy duty appliances (not to mention commercial or industrial applications). While this would be relevant for those moving to another country, Im assuming most travelers will leave their clothes dryers, air conditioners and arc welders at home! If you are interested in converting electrical units or sizing a generator try these Power Generator Calculators (for calculating generator size in kW, converting kW to kVA, kVA to kW, Volts, Amps, and more).COUNTRYVOLTAGEFREQUENCYPLUGCOMMENTSAfghanistan 220 V50 HzC & F * A UN correspondent reports C and F common in Kabul, but its likely a variety of plugs may be used around the country. Some sources report Type D also in use. Other reports indicate voltage variances from 160V to 280V.Albania220 V*50 HzC & F*Voltage variations common Algeria230 V50 HzC* & F*A variation of Type C with a ground post offset about 1/2-inch from center may also be found.American Samoa120 V60 HzA, B, F & IAndorra230 V50 HzC & FAngola220 V50 HzCAnguilla110 V60 HzA (maybe B)Antigua230 V*60 HzA & B*Airport area is reportedly Antigua power is 110 V.Argentina220 V50 HzC & I*Neutral and line wires are reversed from that used in Australia and elsewhere.Click here for more. Armenia220 V50 HzType C Electrical Outlet & FAruba127 V*60 HzA, B & F*Lago Colony 115V Australia240 V50 HzI*Outlets typically controlled by adjacent switch. Click here for more.Austria230 V50 HzFType C may be found, but rare.Azerbaijan220 V50 HzC, FAzores220 V*50 HzB, C, & F*Ponta Delgada 110 V; to be converted to 220 V Bahamas120 V60 HzA & B Bahrain230 V*50 Hz*G*Awali 110 V, 60 Hz Balearic Islands220 V50 HzC & F Bangladesh220 V50 HzA, C, D, G & KBarbados115V50 HzA, BBelarus220 V50 HzC & FBelgium230 V50 HzENotes from correspondents: a C style plug can be used with E and F receptacles. All double-insulated appliances are indeed fitted with a C plug, and can be used in any compatible receptacle (C E F and narrow L). Type C receptacles are prohibited in Belgium.Belize110/220 V60 HzB & G Benin220 V50 HzEBermuda120 V60 HzA & BBhutan230 V50 HzD, F, & GType M plugs also identified by some sources.Bolivia220/230 V*50 HzA & C*La Paz & Viacha 115V Bosnia220 V50 HzC & FBotswana231V50 HzMType G may be found, but rare.Brazil110/220 V*60 HzA & B, C*127 V found in states of Bahia, Paran (including Curitiba), Rio de Janeiro, So Paulo and Minas Gerais (though 220 V may be found in some hotels). Other areas are 220 V only, with the exception of Fortaleza (240 V). Outlets (click for more) are often a combination of type A and C and can accept either type plug.Brunei240 V50 HzGBulgaria230 V50 HzC* & F*Outlets are reported as type F, though both type C and F plugs may be encountered.Burkina Faso220 V50 HzC & EBurundi220 V50 HzC & ECambodia230 V50 HzA & C*Some outlets are a combination of type A and C and can accept either type plug. Plug G may be found in some hotels.Cameroon220 V50 HzC, ECanada120 V60 HzA & BCanary Islands220 V50 HzC, E, & LType L plugs/outlets may have different pin spacing. The smaller and closer pins are for a rated current of 10 A, the bigger and wider pins are for a rated current of 16 A.Cape Verde220 V50 HzC & FCayman Islands120 V60 HzA &