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Maldives Plugs, outlets & travel adapters
The Maldives uses Type C, D, G, J, K and L sockets. The mains supply is 230 V at 50 Hz.
Plugbert's take 6 plug types! The Maldives collects sockets the way some people collect fridge magnets.
Do you need a travel adapter for the Maldives?
It depends on where your plugs come from.
🇺🇸 From the United States
You need a plug adapter. Plugs from the United States (Type A and B) don't fit the Type C, D, G, J, K and L sockets in the Maldives. A Type C (Europlug) adapter fits 4 of the 6 listed socket families there. For grounded devices, get a Type D (Indian 3-pin) adapter for a compatible grounded outlet instead; it does not fit every listed outlet. Socket variants can differ; check the actual outlet and adapter rating.
The Maldives uses 230 V, much higher than the 120 V in the United States. An input rating of "100–240V" covers the listed supply voltage; you still need a suitable plug or adapter. For single-voltage devices, follow the manufacturer's guidance on conversion; using a suitable local device may be simpler.
United States to Maldives in full🇬🇧 From the United Kingdom
Your plugs fit some compatible outlets in the Maldives, but not every listed socket design. An adapter may be needed for the outlet you encounter. Check the actual outlet and preserve any grounding your device requires; hybrid connections may not be grounded.
No voltage converter needed. Both countries use 230 V.
United Kingdom to Maldives in fullFrom other countries
Somewhere else?
Sockets you'll find in the Maldives
Type C
The Europlug
2 round pins · ungrounded
Type D
The Old British
3 round pins in a triangle · grounded
Type G
The British
3 rectangular pins + a fuse inside · grounded
Type J
The Swiss
3 round pins, ground offset · grounded
Type K
The Danish
2 round pins + a half-round ground pin · grounded
Type L
The Italian
3 round pins in a straight line · grounded
Will your devices work in the Maldives?
Sockets in the Maldives supply 230 V. Find the "input" line on each device or its charger. An input rating of "100–240V" covers the listed supply voltage; you still need a suitable plug or adapter. Check that the input frequency also covers 50 Hz. An adapter changes the plug shape, not the voltage or frequency. For switchable devices, follow the manufacturer's instructions before plugging in.
Often rated 100–240 V; confirm on the charger: phone charger, laptop charger, camera battery charger.
Check the label first: electric toothbrush, electric shaver, CPAP machine, hair straightener / curler.
Usually single voltage: hair dryer, kettle / coffee maker, anything with a heating element.