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What’s the power voltage and plug type in Argentina?

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In Argentina, here’s what travelers need to know about electricity voltage and plug types:

🔌 Plug Types #

  • Type C: Two round pins (same as in most of Europe).

  • Type I: Three flat pins in a triangular shape (unique to Argentina, similar to Australia but slightly different).

  • Many sockets accept both C and I, but carrying a universal adapter is safest.

⚡ Voltage & Frequency #

  • Voltage: 220 V

  • Frequency: 50 Hz

  • This means:

    • Travelers from Europe (220–240 V) → devices will work fine with just a plug adapter.

    • Travelers from North America/Japan (110–120 V) → check your device. If it’s not dual-voltage (110–240 V), you’ll need a voltage converter.

✅ Quick Tips #

  • Most laptops, cameras, and phone chargers are already dual-voltage (look for “Input: 100–240V” on the label).

  • High-wattage appliances (hair dryers, straighteners, electric shavers) often are not dual-voltage → bring a converter or buy locally.

  • Power outages are rare but a portable power bank is handy.

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