From Brazil to Pakistan
When travelling from Brazil to Pakistan: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Pakistan (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (127V / 220V → 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.
Brazil
PakistanYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Pakistan
Type C
Type D
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, N • Pakistan: C, D
No fit for: N
Voltage: 127V / 220V → 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 Pakistan
Pakistan runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and D sockets.
Grid & history
Pakistan’s grid runs on a mix of natural gas, hydropower (Tarbela, Mangla), and growing solar. Chronic capacity vs demand mismatch and circular debt cause scheduled load-shedding in many areas.
Availability
Reliable in major cities’ central districts; load-shedding (scheduled outages) is routine elsewhere. Hotels usually have generator or UPS backup.
Sockets & hotels
Type D is the older 5A round-pin; Type C Europlugs fit Type D sockets ungrounded.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A universal adapter covering D and C is safest.
- Bring a power bank for load-shedding.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Brazil plug work in Pakistan?
- Partly. Some of your Brazil plug types (Type C) fit Pakistan sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Pakistan use?
- Pakistan uses Type C, Type D. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Pakistan when travelling from Brazil?
- Pakistan runs on 230V, while Brazil uses 127V / 220V. 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 Pakistan the same as Brazil?
- Frequency in Pakistan is 50Hz, while Brazil uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.