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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, L


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type L Plug
Type L Socket
Type L

Plugs & sockets in Afghanistan

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, F


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type F Plug
Type F Socket
Type F

Eritrea to Afghanistan: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Getting ready for your journey from Eritrea to Afghanistan? Electrical compatibility is easy to overlook, but bringing the wrong plug or forgetting an adapter can leave you scrambling at your hotel. Here's what you need to know.

Since Eritrea and Afghanistan both support Type C plugs, you can use your chargers and appliances without a travel adapter. One less thing to worry about.

The voltage and frequency in Afghanistan (220V, 50Hz) are close to Eritrea (230V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

Don't forget that Afghanistan hotel rooms sometimes have a universal shaver socket in the bathroom, but these low-wattage outlets aren't suitable for high-draw devices. For reliable charging, use the standard wall outlets with a proper adapter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Both countries support Type C plugs, so your devices should fit Afghanistan's outlets directly.