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Guatemala
120V • 60Hz • Americas
Voltage
120V
Frequency
60Hz
Plug Types
A, B
Driving Side
Right
Capital
Guatemala City
Currency
GTQ
Electrical System Overview
Guatemala uses Type A and B plugs at 120V/60Hz, compatible with US devices. Major cities have reasonable electrical infrastructure, but power reliability decreases in rural areas. American travelers can use their devices directly without adapters.
Plug Types Used in Guatemala
A
Type A Primary
100-127V
50/60Hz
15A
Ungrounded
Pins: 2 flat parallel pins
B
Type B Primary
100-127V
50/60Hz
15A
Grounded
Pins: 2 flat parallel pins + grounding pin
Travel Information
Adapter Recommendations
Type A and B plugs. Same as USA.
Travel Tips
Guatemala uses North American style plugs.
Safety Notes
Power infrastructure varies outside major cities.
Languages
Spanish
Calling Code
+502
Timezone
America/Guatemala
Other Countries Using Type A
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