From Tonga to Laos
When travelling from Tonga to Laos: None of your Tonga plug types fit in Laos. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Tonga
LaosYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Laos
Type A
Type B
Type C
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Laos: A, B, C
No fit for: I
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Laos
Laos uses 230V/50Hz with Type A, B, and C sockets.
Grid & history
Laos is the "battery of Southeast Asia", vast hydropower exports to Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Domestic supply is reliable in most populated areas.
Availability
Reliable in Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and along the main highway corridor.
Sockets & hotels
Hybrid sockets accepting US flat pins (A/B) and European round pins (C) are common.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates; major exporter.
Practical tips
- Most US and European plugs fit Lao sockets directly.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Tonga plug work in Laos?
- No. None of your Tonga plugs (Type I) fit in Laos sockets (Type A, Type B, Type C), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Laos use?
- Laos uses Type A, Type B, Type C. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Laos when travelling from Tonga?
- Laos runs on 230V, while Tonga uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Laos the same as Tonga?
- Frequency in Laos is 50Hz, the same as Tonga.