From Samoa to Bangladesh
When travelling from Samoa to Bangladesh: None of your Samoa plug types fit in Bangladesh. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Samoa
BangladeshYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Bangladesh
Type A
Type C
Type G
Type M
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Bangladesh: A, C, G, M
No fit for: I
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 Bangladesh
Bangladesh is 230V/50Hz with Type A, C, G, and M sockets, outlet types vary widely by building.
Grid & history
Bangladesh’s grid expanded rapidly in the 2010s, reaching most of the population. Natural gas dominates generation; coal and growing solar make up most of the rest. Outages still occur during peak summer demand.
Availability
Reliable in Dhaka and Chittagong; rural and small-town outages common during peak load.
Sockets & hotels
Bring a universal adapter, outlets of all four types coexist depending on building era.
Energy mix
Gas-dominated; solar growing.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter covering A, C, G, and M is the safest choice.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Samoa plug work in Bangladesh?
- No. None of your Samoa plugs (Type I) fit in Bangladesh sockets (Type A, Type C, Type G, Type M), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Bangladesh use?
- Bangladesh uses Type A, Type C, Type G, Type M. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Bangladesh when travelling from Samoa?
- Bangladesh runs on 230V, the same as Samoa. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Bangladesh the same as Samoa?
- Frequency in Bangladesh is 50Hz, the same as Samoa.