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Zambia
Electrical outlets and plug types

Check whether you need a travel adapter for Zambia.

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🇿🇲 Zambia
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type DPlug type D
D
Outlet type GPlug type G
G

In Zambia, they use power outlets and plugs of type C, type D and type G. The voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

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Do I need a travel adapter or voltage converter for Zambia?

Zambia uses power sockets of types C, D and G, so you'll need plugs that fit these outlets. The voltage in Zambia 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 Zambia use?

In Zambia, plug types C, D and G are used. Plug type C has two round pins, plug type D has three round pins in a triangular configuration and plug type G has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern.

Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type DPlug type D
D
Outlet type GPlug type G
G

What is the voltage in Zambia?

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

voltage 230 Vfrequency 50 Hz

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