From South Sudan to Afghanistan
When travelling from South Sudan to Afghanistan: Some of your South Sudan plug types fit in Afghanistan (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
South Sudan
AfghanistanYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type D
No fit
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Afghanistan
Type C
Type F
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: C, D, G • Afghanistan: C, F
No fit for: D, G
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
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.