Plug types by country / Maldives
Plug Type and Voltage in Maldives
Maldives uses Type C, Type D, Type G, Type J, Type K and Type L sockets. The standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz.
Sockets in Maldives
Type C: two round pins (the "Europlug"), ungrounded. Also used in Europe, South America, Asia and Africa.
Type D: three large round pins in a triangle, grounded. Also used in India, Nepal and parts of Africa.
Type G: three rectangular pins in a triangle, grounded. Also used in the UK, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore and the Gulf.
Type J: three round pins in a shallow triangle, grounded. Also used in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Type K: two round pins plus a half-round grounding pin, grounded. Also used in Denmark and Greenland.
Type L: three round pins in a straight line, grounded. Also used in Italy and Chile.
Will your plug fit in Maldives?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States (A, B) | Adapter needed | 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) | No adapter needed | Same range |
| Australia (I) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| China (A, C, I) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Japan (A, B) | Adapter needed | 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 |
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Maldives?
Maldives uses Type C, Type D, Type G, Type J, Type K and Type L sockets. Type C has two round pins (the "Europlug"). Type D has three large round pins in a triangle. Type G has three rectangular pins in a triangle. Type J has three round pins in a shallow triangle. Type K has two round pins plus a half-round grounding pin. Type L has three round pins in a straight line.
What is the voltage in Maldives?
The standard voltage in Maldives 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 Maldives?
No, you need an adapter. United States uses Type A and Type B plugs and Maldives has Type C, Type D, Type G, Type J, Type K and Type L sockets. The voltage also differs (120V vs 230V), so check that your devices are rated 100-240V.
Can I use a UK plug in Maldives?
Yes, it fits. United Kingdom uses Type G plugs and Maldives has Type C, Type D, Type G, Type J, Type K and Type L sockets.