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Can I Use My Nintendo Switch Charger in Colombia?

Yes — your Nintendo Switch charger works in Colombia as-is.

Good to go

Your device's voltage range matches this country, and the plug fits. You can use it directly — no adapter or converter needed. As a final check, confirm the voltage range printed on the device label.

  1. Device label dual
  2. Destination grid 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz
  3. Plug fit Type A/B fits
  4. Verdict Good to go
Device voltage
dual
Destination grid
120⁠V / 60⁠Hz
Plug type
Type A/B fits
Typical wattage
18–39⁠W
Verdict
Good to go
Reviewed
2026-07-16

Based on what's typical for this device — confirm on the label to be sure.

Next step

What to do next

Add it to a trip checklistKeep Nintendo Switch Charger in a saved packing verdict for Colombia.Check another deviceUse the same destination with a different charger or appliance.Read label examplesConfirm what 100-240V, 120V, and 230V labels mean.

Why

Your Nintendo Switch charger's voltage range matches Colombia's 120V and the plug fits, so you can use it directly — no adapter or converter needed. As a final check, confirm the voltage range printed on the device label.

Colombia runs 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz. Colombia runs 120V at 60Hz with US-style Type A/B sockets — identical to the US standard. US and Canadian devices work as-is; European/UK single-voltage devices need a converter.

Nintendo Switch Charger in Colombia at a glance

Your Nintendo Switch charger vs Colombia's grid
Device voltage profiledual
Typical wattage18–39⁠W
Destination voltage120⁠V
Destination frequency60⁠Hz
Destination plug typesType A/B
Voltage mismatch120⁠V → 120⁠V = 0⁠V
VerdictGood to go

Plug types in Colombia: Type A, Type B

Final check: look for "INPUT 100-240V" or a matching local voltage on the label before you plug in.

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FAQ

Can I use my Nintendo Switch charger in Colombia?

Yes — your Nintendo Switch charger works in Colombia as-is. Colombia runs 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz on Type A/B sockets.

Will a travel adapter let me use my Nintendo Switch charger in Colombia?

Colombia sockets use Type A/B. Your plug already fits, so no adapter is needed.

Do I need a voltage converter for a Nintendo Switch charger in Colombia?

No. If your Nintendo Switch charger is dual-voltage (100–240V), you don't need a converter in Colombia.

What plug type does Colombia use?

Colombia uses Type A/B sockets at 120⁠V / 60⁠Hz.

Adapter vs converter explained

Guidance only — not professional electrical advice. Always confirm against your device's label before plugging in. Local wiring (especially in hotels and older buildings) can vary.