Electricity & Plugs in Quito

Practical travel guide for Quito, Ecuador

Electricity & Plugs in Quito

Voltage: Ecuador uses 110V AC, 60Hz electrical current, same as North America. No voltage converter needed for devices from United States, Canada, or other 110V regions.

Plug Types: Ecuador uses Type A and Type B plugs (North American two and three rectangular-prong configuration). Devices with these plugs work directly.

Adapters: Visitors from Europe, Australia, Asia with Type C, E, F, G, I plugs require adapters. Universal adapters purchased before traveling more affordable than buying in Ecuador.

Backup Power: Consider portable power banks for phones and devices given occasional power fluctuations. Major hotels and commercial areas have reliable electricity; some residential areas experience occasional outages.

Charging Options: Most hotels, restaurants, shopping centers provide charging outlets. USB charging ports increasingly common in public spaces.

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