From Saudi Arabia to Egypt
When travelling from Saudi Arabia to Egypt: None of your Saudi Arabia plug types fit in Egypt. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saudi Arabia
EgyptYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Egypt
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Egypt: C, F
No fit for: G
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Egypt
Egypt runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, the same standard used across continental Europe.
Grid & history
Natural gas dominates generation, with growing solar (Benban Solar Park is among the world’s largest) and wind. Nuclear is in development at El-Dabaa on the Mediterranean coast.
Availability
Supply is reliable in Cairo, Alexandria, and major tourist areas. Rural Upper Egypt sees occasional outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard, and Type C Europlugs slot directly into Type F sockets.
Energy mix
Natural gas dominates; solar growing rapidly.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is 230V, so modern chargers handle it.
- Bring a power bank for long desert or Nile cruise days when sockets may be scarce.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saudi Arabia plug work in Egypt?
- No. None of your Saudi Arabia plugs (Type G) fit in Egypt sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Egypt use?
- Egypt uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Egypt when travelling from Saudi Arabia?
- Egypt runs on 230V, the same as Saudi Arabia. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Egypt the same as Saudi Arabia?
- Frequency in Egypt is 50Hz, while Saudi Arabia uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.