🇧🇷 Plugs & Voltage in Brazil
Type C, Type N · 127V · 60Hz
Voltage
127V
110–127V standard
Frequency
60Hz
AC power
Plug Types
Type CType N
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Check my adapter needs →Plug Types Used in Brazil
Type C
Two round pins (Europlug)
Europe, Asia, S. America
Type N
Two round + round earth
Brazil (NBR 14136)
Do I need an adapter for Brazil? Quick answers by home country
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Needed | Similar (120V → 127V) |
| Canada | Needed | Similar (120V → 127V) |
| United Kingdom | Needed | Different (230V → 127V): check device labels |
| Germany / most of the EU | Needed for Type F plugs (Type C fits) | Different (230V → 127V): check device labels |
| Australia | Needed | Different (230V → 127V): check device labels |
| New Zealand | Needed | Different (230V → 127V): check device labels |
| India | Needed for Type D/M plugs (Type C fits) | Different (230V → 127V): check device labels |
Based on the plug types listed above. Phone, tablet and laptop chargers are almost always rated 100–240V and only need a plug adapter; hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often are not. Check any country pair →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What plug type is used in Brazil?
Brazil uses Type C, Type N. Type C (Two round pins (Europlug) — used in Europe, Asia, S. America). Type N (Two round + round earth — used in Brazil (NBR 14136)).
What voltage does Brazil use?
Brazil uses 127 volts at 60 Hz. This puts it in the 110–127V range. Most modern electronics (phones, laptops, cameras) accept 100–240V and will work fine with just a plug adapter.
Do I need a power adapter for Brazil?
If your home country uses different plug types to Type C, Type N, yes — you will need a plug adapter. Whether you need a voltage converter depends on your device. Check the label: if it says '100–240V', you only need a plug adapter.
Do New Zealanders need a power adapter for Brazil?
New Zealanders travelling to Brazil need both a plug adapter and to check device voltage compatibility — Brazil runs on 127V vs New Zealand's 230V.
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