Travel Adapter for Gambia: Do You Need One? (Bhutan → Gambia)Adapter Needed

Traveling from Bhutan to the Gambia means crossing into a different electrical system. Here's a complete breakdown of the sockets, voltage, and the right adapter to bring for the Gambia, so nothing you packed ends up useless at the hotel.

Do you need a travel adapter for Gambia?

Good news: you generally don't need a plug adapter. Both Bhutan and the Gambia use Type G outlets, so your existing plugs should fit the Gambia's sockets directly. A universal adapter is still worth keeping in your bag as a backup for future trips.

What plugs and sockets does Gambia use?

the Gambia uses the following power plug: Type G: three rectangular pins with a built-in fuse, the British/Irish plug. Outlets run at 230V and 50Hz. Since Bhutan also uses Type G, your plugs already match.

Voltage and frequency in Gambia

the Gambia runs on 230V at 50Hz, the same as Bhutan (230V, 50Hz). That means voltage isn't a concern here, since your appliances won't be over- or under-powered, so no voltage converter is needed.

Will your devices work in Gambia?

Phones, tablets, laptops, and camera chargers are nearly always dual-voltage (100-240V), so they work in the Gambia with just your existing plug, and no converter is required. Even heat-based appliances like hair dryers and straighteners should run fine given the matching 230V supply, though it's always worth a quick label check.

What travel adapter should you buy for Gambia?

Because Bhutan and the Gambia share Type G outlets, you don't need a special adapter for this trip. A universal travel adapter is still a smart, inexpensive backup if you plan to travel elsewhere, and the better ones add USB-C fast charging to free up your charger.

Tips for charging your devices in Gambia

Many the Gambia hotel bathrooms have a low-wattage "shaver only" socket that is fine for razors and toothbrushes but not for charging phones or running hair dryers. Use the main wall outlets with your adapter for everything else.