In Vancouver, 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 Vancouver. Their plugs and outlets are the same as our standard Type A and B back in the States.
Quick Overview of the Plugs in Vancouver:
- Plug type in Vancouver: 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 won’t need a converter here
We rely on official power regulations, international IEC standards, and real-world traveler feedback to keep our information accurate and trustworthy.
Vancouver is frequently part of a longer journey that includes Mexico. Make sure to check outlet types before you go.
Power Outlets in Vancouver
In Vancouver, 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.
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Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
If your device’s voltage isn’t compatible with the country’s voltage, you’ll need a converter. But in Vancouver, you’re good to go—no converter needed since the voltage is the same as in the U.S.
Before plugging in your devices abroad, always confirm the power rating on the label. If it lists “100-240V, 50/60 Hz”, your device is designed for worldwide use and won’t require a converter. Many modern gadgets, including laptops, tablets, and cameras, are built this way.
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
More About Vancouver
Vancouver is all about the outdoors-meets-city combo. You can sip a latte downtown, then bike over the iconic Seawall to Stanley Park and beach it up in under ten minutes. A cool stat: the city has more microbreweries per capita than any other in Canada, so a beer crawl is practically mandatory. And if you want a statement view, hit the Capilano Suspension Bridge—walking across that swaying bridge 230 feet above a canyon will get your heart pumping.
Vancouver uses the same plugs and outlets as the rest of Canada.