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Argentina plug type and voltage
Argentina uses Types C and I outlets at 220 V and 50 Hz. Argentina uses Types C and I outlets. A Type I adapter fits most; a universal adapter covers the rest.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
All are used; check your hotel
U.S. outlets: 120 V
U.S.: 60 Hz
Check your devices
Quick answer
Argentina uses Types C and I outlets. A Type I adapter fits most; a universal adapter covers the rest. 220 V is about twice the 120 V of the United States. Chargers marked 100–240 V (phones, laptops, cameras) only need an adapter; single-voltage devices such as hair dryers and straighteners need a converter, or bring dual-voltage ones.
- Plug types
- Type C, Type I
- Voltage and frequency
- 220 V, 50 Hz
- Adapter from the U.S.
- Yes: Type I
- Converter
- Check your devices
Do I need a plug adapter?
- Plugs
- Types C and I
- Voltage
- 220 V
- Frequency
- 50 Hz
Argentina uses Types C and I outlets. A Type I adapter fits most; a universal adapter covers the rest.
220 V is about twice the 120 V of the United States. Chargers marked 100–240 V (phones, laptops, cameras) only need an adapter; single-voltage devices such as hair dryers and straighteners need a converter, or bring dual-voltage ones.
The outlets you'll find in Argentina
The standard outlet is Type I, though older buildings still have Type C sockets.
Type C
Two round pins (the Europlug)
Not grounded · also used in most of Europe, South America and Asia
Type I
Two flat pins in a V and a grounding pin
Grounded · also used in Australia, New Zealand, China, Argentina
What to pack for Argentina
- A Type I plug adapter, or a universal adapter for older outlets, one per device you charge at the same time.
- Dual-voltage hair tools, or a voltage converter if yours are 120 V only.
- Leave U.S. power strips at home: most are rated for 125 V, not 220 V.
Check the label first
Look for the input line on your charger or device. INPUT: 100–240V means it works anywhere with just a plug adapter. A single number such as 120V means it only works at that voltage.
Plugs in other South America destinations
- BoliviaA, B, C · 230 VSometimes Type C
- BrazilC, N · 127 V or 220 VType C
- ChileC, F, L · 220 VType C
- ColombiaA, B · 120 VNo adapter
- EcuadorA, B · 120 VNo adapter
- Falkland IslandsG · 240 VType G
- French GuianaC, E · 220 VType C
- GuyanaA, B, D, G · 240 VSometimes Type D
- ParaguayA, B, C, N · 220 VSometimes Type C
- PeruA, B, C · 220 VSometimes Type C
- SurinameC, F · 127 V or 220 VType C
- UruguayC, F, I, L · 230 VType C
- VenezuelaA, B · 120 VNo adapter
Argentina plug FAQ
Argentina uses Types C and I. The standard outlet is Type I, though older buildings still have Type C sockets.
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Plug types and voltages rarely change, but hotels sometimes have older or international outlets.
- IEC: World Plugs, plug types and voltages by country
- Wikipedia: Mains electricity by country (compiled from IEC data)
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