From Vietnam to Laos
When travelling from Vietnam to Laos: Good news: all your Vietnam plug types fit in Laos. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Vietnam
LaosYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Type C
Fits
Accepted in Laos
Type A
Type B
Type C
3 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C • Laos: A, B, C
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
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 Vietnam plug work in Laos?
- Yes. Every Vietnam plug type (Type A, Type B, Type C) fits in Laos sockets without an 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 Vietnam?
- Laos runs on 230V, the same as Vietnam. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Laos the same as Vietnam?
- Frequency in Laos is 50Hz, the same as Vietnam.