From Kenya to Maldives
When travelling from Kenya to Maldives: Good news: all your Kenya plug types fit in Maldives. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Kenya
MaldivesYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Maldives
Type C
Type D
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Maldives: C, D, G
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
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 Kenya plug work in Maldives?
- Yes. Every Kenya plug type (Type G) fits in Maldives sockets without an 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 Kenya?
- Maldives runs on 230V, while Kenya uses 240V. 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 Kenya?
- Frequency in Maldives is 50Hz, the same as Kenya.