Plug types by country / Cambodia
Plug Type and Voltage in Cambodia
Cambodia uses Type A, Type C and Type G sockets. The standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz.
Sockets in Cambodia
Type A: two flat parallel pins, ungrounded. Also used in North and Central America and Japan.
Type C: two round pins (the "Europlug"), ungrounded. Also used in Europe, South America, Asia and Africa.
Type G: three rectangular pins in a triangle, grounded. Also used in the UK, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore and the Gulf.
Will your plug fit in Cambodia?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States (A, B) | Adapter for some plugs | Converter for 120V-only devices |
| United Kingdom (G) | No adapter needed | Same range |
| Germany (C, F) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| France (C, E) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Italy (C, F, L) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Switzerland (C, J) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Australia (I) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| China (A, C, I) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Japan (A, B) | Adapter for some plugs | Converter for 100V-only devices |
| India (C, D, M) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Brazil (C, N) | Adapter for some plugs | Converter for 127V-only devices |
| South Africa (C, D, M, N) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Israel (C, H) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Denmark (C, E, F, K) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
Countries with the same sockets as Cambodia
These countries also use Type A, Type C and Type G sockets, so plugs that fit in Cambodia fit there too.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Cambodia?
Cambodia uses Type A, Type C and Type G sockets. Type A has two flat parallel pins. Type C has two round pins (the "Europlug"). Type G has three rectangular pins in a triangle.
What is the voltage in Cambodia?
The standard voltage in Cambodia is 230V at 50Hz. Devices from 100-127V countries such as the US need to be rated for 100-240V or used with a voltage converter.
Can I use a US plug in Cambodia?
Some do. United States uses Type A and Type B plugs and Cambodia has Type A, Type C and Type G sockets. The voltage also differs (120V vs 230V), so check that your devices are rated 100-240V.
Can I use a UK plug in Cambodia?
Yes, it fits. United Kingdom uses Type G plugs and Cambodia has Type A, Type C and Type G sockets.