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South Africa
Electrical outlets and plug types

Check whether you need a travel adapter for South Africa.

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🇿🇦 South Africa
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type MPlug type M
M
Outlet type NPlug type N
N

In South Africa, they use power outlets and plugs of type C, type M and type N. The voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

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To see if your plugs fit into South Africa power sockets or whether you need a voltage converter, please select your country of residence.

Do I need a travel adapter or voltage converter for South Africa?

South Africa uses power sockets of types C, M and N, so you'll need plugs that fit these outlets. The voltage in South Africa is 230 V, with a frequency of 50 Hz. To avoid damaging your electrical devices, check if you need a voltage converter.

Follow the instructions at the top of this page and select your home country to find out whether you need a travel adapter or voltage converter. You can also check out our essential travel gear guide to learn how to keep your devices charged and safe.

Frequently asked questions

What outlets and plugs does South Africa use?

In South Africa, plug types C, M and N are used. Plug type C has two round pins, plug type M has three round pins, larger than type D and plug type N has two round pins and a grounding pin in line with them.

Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type MPlug type M
M
Outlet type NPlug type N
N

What is the voltage in South Africa?

In South Africa, the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

voltage 230 Vfrequency 50 Hz

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