From South Korea to Afghanistan
When travelling from South Korea to Afghanistan: Good news: all your South Korea plug types fit in Afghanistan. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
South Korea
AfghanistanYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Afghanistan
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Afghanistan: C, F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Afghanistan
Afghanistan runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
Power in Afghanistan is delivered at 230V/50Hz, consistent with the broader regional pattern. A detailed generation mix is not yet available on this page.
Availability
Tourist hotels and city centers tend to be stable; remote areas may have scheduled or weather-related outages.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and F plugs (commonly written C/F). Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter covers every socket you’ll see.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my South Korea plug work in Afghanistan?
- Yes. Every South Korea plug type (Type C, Type F) fits in Afghanistan sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Afghanistan use?
- Afghanistan uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Afghanistan when travelling from South Korea?
- Afghanistan runs on 230V, the same as South Korea. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Afghanistan the same as South Korea?
- Frequency in Afghanistan is 50Hz, while South Korea uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.