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Saudi Arabia Plugs, outlets & travel adapters
Saudi Arabia uses Type G sockets. The mains supply is 230 V at 60 Hz.
Plugbert's take Type G only. Sturdy, fused, and absolutely lethal to bare feet at 3 a.m.
Do you need a travel adapter for Saudi Arabia?
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 G sockets in Saudi Arabia. A Type G (UK 3-pin) adapter fits the listed socket families there. Socket variants can differ; check the actual outlet and adapter rating.
Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia in full🇬🇧 From the United Kingdom
No plug adapter needed. Plugs from the United Kingdom (Type G) fit the Type G sockets in Saudi Arabia.
No voltage converter needed. Both countries use 230 V.
United Kingdom to Saudi Arabia in fullFrom other countries
Somewhere else?
Sockets you'll find in Saudi Arabia
Will your devices work in Saudi Arabia?
Sockets in Saudi Arabia 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 60 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.
Plug twins
These countries list the same plug types and a similar voltage range. Check each guide for socket variants and local exceptions.