From Saudi Arabia to Northern Ireland
When travelling from Saudi Arabia to Northern Ireland: Good news: all your Saudi Arabia plug types fit in Northern Ireland. 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
Northern IrelandYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Northern Ireland
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Northern Ireland: 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 Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type G sockets.
Grid & history
Power in Northern Ireland is delivered at 230V/50Hz, consistent with the broader regional pattern. A detailed generation mix is not yet available on this page.
Availability
Mains supply is highly reliable in towns and cities; rural areas may see weather-related outages.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets are Type G throughout the country.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A Type G (UK-style) adapter is essential if your home country uses anything else.
- 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 Saudi Arabia plug work in Northern Ireland?
- Yes. Every Saudi Arabia plug type (Type G) fits in Northern Ireland sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Northern Ireland use?
- Northern Ireland uses Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Northern Ireland when travelling from Saudi Arabia?
- Northern Ireland runs on 230V, the same as Saudi Arabia. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Northern Ireland the same as Saudi Arabia?
- Frequency in Northern Ireland is 50Hz, while Saudi Arabia uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.