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Cayman Islands · Type A/B · 120V

Cayman Islands Power Plug & Voltage Guide

Cayman Islands uses the same plug type and a similar voltage to the US — no adapter needed.

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Cayman Islands at a glance

Plug typesA, B
Voltage120V
Frequency60Hz
US standardType A/B, 120V, 60Hz

Type A (flat parallel pins, ungrounded (US/Canada/Japan style)), Type B (flat parallel pins plus a round ground pin (US/Canada style)).

Frequently asked questions

What plug type does Cayman Islands use?

Cayman Islands uses Type A (flat parallel pins, ungrounded (US/Canada/Japan style)), Type B (flat parallel pins plus a round ground pin (US/Canada style)).

Do I need a plug adapter for Cayman Islands from the US?

No — Cayman Islands uses the same plug shape as the US, so a standard US plug fits without an adapter.

What voltage does Cayman Islands run on?

Cayman Islands runs on 120V at 60Hz, close enough to the US standard of 120V that most devices work fine.

Do I need a voltage converter for Cayman Islands?

Most modern electronics (phone and laptop chargers) are dual-voltage (100-240V) and only need a plug adapter, not a converter. Single-voltage, high-wattage devices like hair dryers or straighteners may need an actual voltage converter — check the label near the plug prongs for the input voltage range.