From Botswana to Iran
When travelling from Botswana to Iran: None of your Botswana plug types fit in Iran. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Botswana
IranYour plugs
Type M
No fit
Accepted in Iran
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: M • Iran: C, F
No fit for: M
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Iran
Iran runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Iran has the largest oil-and-gas reserves of any country running gas-fired generation; about 90% of electricity comes from gas. The Bushehr nuclear plant adds a small share, with limited renewables.
Availability
Reliable in cities; sanctions-related underinvestment causes summer load-shedding during heatwaves.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Gas dominates; subsidies depress consumption efficiency.
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Botswana plug work in Iran?
- No. None of your Botswana plugs (Type M) fit in Iran sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Iran use?
- Iran uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Iran when travelling from Botswana?
- Iran runs on 230V, the same as Botswana. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Iran the same as Botswana?
- Frequency in Iran is 50Hz, the same as Botswana.