TRAVEL ADAPTER 🔌
USA
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Suriname
Origin
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US
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USA
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Destination
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SR
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Suriname
A travel adapter is necessary – your plugs are not mechanically compatible.
DETAILS · SOCKETS, ADAPTER, VOLTAGE & FREQUENCY IN Suriname
Socket type C
No home plug fits this socket – adapter required.
Show details for type C
Socket type F
No home plug fits this socket – adapter required.
Show details for type F
Can I use my devices in Suriname?
The local supply in Suriname is 127 V / 60 Hz. Your home power standard is compatible on both voltage and frequency, so no voltage converter is required. Most common devices can be used safely as long as the plug fits the socket or you use the correct travel adapter.
- OKAY Phone, tablet, camera chargers and power banks can usually be used safely with the correct plug or adapter.
- OKAY Laptops, game consoles and monitors do not need a voltage converter here, because voltage and frequency are compatible.
- OKAY Single-voltage devices, including many hair dryers, straighteners and kettles, do not need a voltage converter here because the local power standard matches your home standard.
Suriname is a diverse and undervisited country on South America's northern coast, with a multicultural capital in Paramaribo, dense Amazonian rainforest and a heritage shaped by Dutch colonialism and waves of immigration.
There, the main plug types C and F are used and the standard supply is 127 V at 60 Hz. You will need a travel adapter because the local plug types differ from those used in your home country. Most modern devices support 100–240 V.
Tip Suriname uses type C and F sockets at 127V, a relatively unusual voltage combination. Most modern dual-voltage chargers for phones and laptops handle this without issues, but check your device labels carefully before plugging in heat appliances.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a travel adapter in Suriname?
Yes, a travel adapter is necessary, because in Suriname the common socket types are Type C and Type F.
Can I charge my smartphone in Suriname?
Yes, you can usually charge your smartphone without any problems, because most phone chargers support a wide voltage and frequency range. A travel adapter is usually not necessary for a standard two-pin charger plug.
Which travel adapters are recommended for Suriname?
The best travel adapter for Suriname is a simple Type F travel adapter. If you are traveling to several countries, we recommend these two universal options instead: World Adapter 1 and World Adapter 2.