In George Town, 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 George Town. Their plugs and outlets are the same as our standard Type A and B back in the States.
Quick Overview of the Plugs in George Town:
- Plug type in George Town: 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, a converter isn’t needed
We use official electrical regulations, global IEC standards, and real feedback from travelers to provide up-to-date and reliable information.
George Town is commonly visited along with the Bahamas, Jamaica, or Cuba. Worth checking outlet types in advance.
Power Outlets in George Town
In George Town, they use Type A and B power plugs and outlets.
Type A
Type A outlets have two flat prongs and no grounding pin.
Type B
Type B outlets have two flat prongs and a grounding pin. Type A plugs will also fit.
Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
Planning a trip to George Town? No need to worry about voltage converters—the voltage there is the same as in the U.S.!
Always check your device’s power label before traveling. If it says “100-240V, 50/60 Hz”, your device can handle different voltages worldwide without needing a converter. This applies to most laptops, tablets, cameras, phones, and rechargeable personal care devices.
Which Travel Devices May Need a Converter?
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Device Need 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 ❌ No Most models are 110V only Camera / DSLR ❌ No (usually) Most chargers are dual voltage Power bank ❌ No Charges via USB, adapter is enough Electric shaver / trimmer ❌ No Older or cheaper models may not support 230V Tablet / iPad ❌ No All models are dual voltage Portable fan ❌ No Many models are compatible with 110V Game console ⚠️ Check voltage Newer consoles like PS5 and Xbox are often dual voltage — check to be sure Bluetooth speaker ❌ No Charges via USB E-reader (Kindle, etc.) ❌ No USB charging only, no converter needed