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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

240V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

I


Type I Plug
Type I Socket
Type I

Plugs & sockets in Libya

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, L


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

Papua New Guinea to Libya: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Getting ready for your journey from Papua New Guinea to Libya? 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 Papua New Guinea plugs (Type I) won't fit Libya's outlets (Type C, L). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Libya before you depart.

The voltage and frequency in Libya (230V, 50Hz) are close to Papua New Guinea (240V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

Don't forget that Libya 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

Yes. Papua New Guinea uses Type I plugs and Libya uses Type C/L. Since these are incompatible, you will need a travel adapter.