Southeast Asia Plug Types and Voltage Standards

 

Southeast Asian countries use a variety of plug types and voltage standards, influenced by historical, regional, and international factors. Below is a country-by-country breakdown:

  1. Thailand
    • Plug Types: Type A (two flat pins), Type B (three pins, including a grounding pin), and Type C (two round pins).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 220–230V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Type A/B are common in modern buildings, while Type C is found in older setups.
  2. Singapore
    • Plug Types: Type G (three rectangular pins, UK-style).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 230V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Universal outlets in hotels may support Type C or others, but Type G is standard.
  3. Malaysia
    • Plug Types: Type G (UK-style) and Type C (two round pins).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 240V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Type G is dominant; Type C is less common but used for some devices.
  4. Indonesia
    • Plug Types: Type C (two round pins) and Type F (two round pins with side grounding clips).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 230V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Voltage fluctuations may occur in rural areas.
  5. Vietnam
    • Plug Types: Type A (two flat pins), Type C, and Type G (in some hotels).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 220V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Type A and C are most common; adapters are widely available.
  6. Philippines
    • Plug Types: Type A (two flat pins) and Type B (three pins, including grounding).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 220V, 60Hz.
    • Notes: Unique 60Hz frequency may affect devices sensitive to cycle differences.
  7. Cambodia
    • Plug Types: Type A, Type C, and Type G.
    • Voltage/Frequency: 230V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Type A and C are prevalent; upscale hotels may offer Type G.
  8. Laos
    • Plug Types: Type A, Type B, Type C, and Type E (French-style two pins with grounding hole).
    • Voltage/Frequency: 230V, 50Hz.
  9. Myanmar (Burma)
    • Plug Types: Type C, Type D (three round pins in a triangular pattern), and Type G.
    • Voltage/Frequency: 230V, 50Hz.
    • Notes: Older buildings may use Type D; newer hotels often have Type G.

Key Recommendations for Travelers:

  • Universal Adapters: Carry a multi-standard adapter (Types A/B/C/G are most critical).
  • Voltage Check: Ensure devices support 220–240V (most modern electronics are dual-voltage).
  • Frequency Sensitivity: Rarely an issue, but caution for motorized appliances (e.g., clocks) in the Philippines (60Hz vs. 50Hz elsewhere).
Post time: Mar-24-2025