Power Plugs, Outlets & Electricity in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, they use Type A and B power plugs and outlets. The voltage is 120V, and the frequency is 60Hz.
Good news! You won’t need a travel adapter in Costa Rica. Their plugs and outlets are the same as our standard Type A and B back in the States.

Quick Overview:

  • Plug types: A and B
  • Standard voltage: 120V
  • Frequency: 60Hz
  • Need a travel adapter? No, you don’t need a travel adapter
  • Need a voltage converter? No, you don’t need a voltage converter
Top places to visit in Costa Rica: San José, Tamarindo, Liberia, Arenal, Manuel Antonio, and Monteverde.

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Power Outlets in Costa Rica

In Costa Rica, they use Type A and B power plugs and outlets.

Type A

Type A Outlet Illustration

Type A outlets have two flat prongs and no grounding pin.

Type B

Type B Outlet Illustration

Type B outlets have two flat prongs and a grounding pin. Type A plugs will also fit.

Do You Need a Voltage Converter?

A voltage converter is unnecessary in Costa Rica since the voltage is identical to the U.S. You only need one if there’s a difference.
To be safe, always check the label on your electronics before you travel. If you see “100-240V, 50/60 Hz”, your device is compatible with multiple voltage systems and won’t need a converter. Most phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, and rechargeable toothbrushes have this capability.
Picture of an adapter with the label INPUT 100-240V 5060 Hz (1)

Which Travel Devices May Need a Converter?

DeviceNeed Converter?Notes
Phone❌ No Most modern phone chargers are dual voltage (100–240V)
Laptop❌ No Check the power brick label for 100–240V
Hairdryer❌ No (usually)High wattage; many models are not dual voltage
Electric toothbrush❌ NoMost models are 110V only
Camera / DSLR❌ No (usually)Most chargers are dual voltage
Power bank❌ NoCharges via USB, adapter is enough
Electric shaver / trimmer❌ No Older or cheaper models may not support 230V
Tablet / iPad❌ NoAll models are dual voltage
Portable fan❌ NoMany models are compatible with 110V
Game console⚠️ Check voltageNewer consoles like PS5 and Xbox are often dual voltage — check to be sure
Bluetooth speaker❌ No Charges via USB
E-reader (Kindle, etc.)❌ NoUSB charging only, no converter needed

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