Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
240V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
I
Plugs & sockets in Bhutan
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, D, G, M
Kiribati to Bhutan: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Getting ready for your journey from Kiribati to Bhutan? 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.
Your Kiribati plugs (Type I) won't fit Bhutan's outlets (Type C, D, G, M). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Bhutan before you depart.
The voltage and frequency in Bhutan (230V, 50Hz) are close to Kiribati (240V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.
Don't forget that Bhutan 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.


