From Saba to Maldives
When travelling from Saba to Maldives: None of your Saba plug types fit in Maldives. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (110V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saba
MaldivesYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Maldives
Type C
Type D
Type G
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Maldives: C, D, G
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Maldives
Maldives is 230V/50Hz with Type C, D, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Each inhabited island runs its own grid (or shares one with a neighbouring island), historically powered by diesel generators. Solar is rapidly being added to reduce diesel dependency.
Availability
Reliable on resort islands. Local island supply varies; small outages are common.
Sockets & hotels
Resort islands typically have Type G and Type D in the same outlet. Older Maldivian guesthouses may have ungrounded Type C.
Energy mix
Diesel-dominated; solar growing.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter with G and D is safest.
- Bring a power bank for inter-island ferry days.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saba plug work in Maldives?
- No. None of your Saba plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Maldives sockets (Type C, Type D, Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Maldives use?
- Maldives uses Type C, Type D, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Maldives when travelling from Saba?
- Maldives runs on 230V, while Saba uses 110V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Maldives the same as Saba?
- Frequency in Maldives is 50Hz, while Saba uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.