From Saudi Arabia to Malta
When travelling from Saudi Arabia to Malta: Good news: all your Saudi Arabia plug types fit in Malta. 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.
Saudi Arabia
MaltaYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Malta
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Malta: G
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 Malta
Malta is 230V/50Hz with Type G sockets, the British three-pin standard (a colonial legacy from independence).
Grid & history
Maltese electricity is supplied by Enemalta, primarily from natural gas via the Delimara plant, plus an interconnector to Sicily for backup and imports. Solar is growing on rooftops.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type G is universal. UK plugs fit directly.
Energy mix
Gas dominates; solar growing on rooftops.
Practical tips
- A Type G adapter is essential for non-UK plugs.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.