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From Jamaica to Bangladesh

Some plugs match

When travelling from Jamaica to Bangladesh: Some of your Jamaica plug types fit in Bangladesh (A). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (110V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

JamaicaJamaica
BangladeshBangladesh

Your plugs

Plug A

Type A

Fits

Plug B

Type B

No fit

Accepted in Bangladesh

Plug A

Type A

Plug C

Type C

Plug G

Type G

Plug M

Type M

1 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: A, B • Bangladesh: A, C, G, M

No fit for: B

Voltage: 110V → 230V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

About electricity in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is 230V/50Hz with Type A, C, G, and M sockets, outlet types vary widely by building.

BD

Grid & history

Bangladesh’s grid expanded rapidly in the 2010s, reaching most of the population. Natural gas dominates generation; coal and growing solar make up most of the rest. Outages still occur during peak summer demand.

Availability

Reliable in Dhaka and Chittagong; rural and small-town outages common during peak load.

Sockets & hotels

Bring a universal adapter, outlets of all four types coexist depending on building era.

Energy mix

Renewables10%
Fossil90%

Gas-dominated; solar growing.

Practical tips

  • A universal adapter covering A, C, G, and M is the safest choice.
  • Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Jamaica plug work in Bangladesh?
Partly. Some of your Jamaica plug types (Type A) fit Bangladesh sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
What plug type does Bangladesh use?
Bangladesh uses Type A, Type C, Type G, Type M. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Bangladesh when travelling from Jamaica?
Bangladesh runs on 230V, while Jamaica 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 Bangladesh the same as Jamaica?
Frequency in Bangladesh is 50Hz, the same as Jamaica.