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Do you need a travel adapter Canada to the USA?

You may not need an adapter

At least one of your Canada plug types fits sockets in the USA. An adapter is still worth carrying as backup.

Sockets in the USA
Type AType B
Voltage
120 V → 120 V
✓ Voltage is the same (120 V) in both, so a plug adapter is all you need - no converter.

Canada to the US is the easiest trip there is on the power side: identical flat Type A/B plugs and the same 120V. Nothing to pack.

Will your devices work in the USA?
📱
Phone charger
Fine - voltage matches
✓ OK
💻
Laptop charger
Fine - voltage matches
✓ OK
📷
Camera charger
Fine - voltage matches
✓ OK
🨥
Electric toothbrush
Fine - voltage matches
✓ OK
💨
Hair dryer / straightener
Fine - voltage matches
✓ OK

What to pack

See recommended adapters for the USA → Check another route

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Frequently asked questions

Do Canadians need an adapter in the US?

No, the US and Canada share the same Type A/B plugs.

Is the voltage the same?

Yes, both run on 120V / 60Hz.

What plug does the US use?

Types A and B, at 120V / 60Hz.

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