From Christmas Island to Iraq
When travelling from Christmas Island to Iraq: None of your Christmas Island plug types fit in Iraq. 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.
Christmas Island
IraqYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Iraq
Type C
Type G
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Iraq: C, G
No fit for: I
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 Iraq
Iraq is 230V/50Hz with Type C and G sockets. A mix of European and UK standards.
Grid & history
Iraq’s grid is gas-fired and chronically under-supplied, installed capacity exceeds demand on paper, but transmission losses and fuel shortages mean cities still rely heavily on neighbourhood diesel generators.
Availability
Unreliable. Private generators are nearly universal; most hotels and offices have backup. Summer demand from air conditioning often outstrips supply.
Sockets & hotels
Type G (UK-style) is increasingly common in modern buildings; Type C Europlugs work in older outlets.
Energy mix
Gas dominates.
Practical tips
- Universal adapter covering G and C is safest.
- A power bank is essential, outages are routine.
- Use a surge protector when running off generator power.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Christmas Island plug work in Iraq?
- No. None of your Christmas Island plugs (Type I) fit in Iraq sockets (Type C, Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Iraq use?
- Iraq uses Type C, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Iraq when travelling from Christmas Island?
- Iraq runs on 230V, the same as Christmas Island. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Iraq the same as Christmas Island?
- Frequency in Iraq is 50Hz, the same as Christmas Island.