Travel Adapter for Madagascar: Do You Need One? (Iran → Madagascar)Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Madagascar from Iran, sorting out the power situation is one of the easiest pre-trip wins. Below you'll find the plug types, voltage, and frequency used in Madagascar, whether you need an adapter, and which devices are safe to plug in.

Do you need a travel adapter for Madagascar?

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

What plugs and sockets does Madagascar use?

Madagascar uses these power plug types: Type C (Europlug): two round pins, ungrounded, and the most widely used plug across Europe; Type E: two round pins with a hole for the grounding pin in the socket, used in France and Belgium. Outlets run at 220V and 50Hz. Since Iran also uses Type C, your plugs already match.

Voltage and frequency in Madagascar

Madagascar runs on 220V at 50Hz, very close to Iran (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 Madagascar?

Phones, tablets, laptops, and camera chargers are nearly always dual-voltage (100-240V), so they work in Madagascar 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 220V supply, though it's always worth a quick label check.

What travel adapter should you buy for Madagascar?

Because Iran and Madagascar share Type C 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 Madagascar

Pack at least one adapter per traveler, and consider a small power strip from home, which turns a single Madagascar outlet into several. Ordering online before you fly is almost always cheaper than airport kiosks.