Travel Adapter for Ireland: Do You Need One? (Tanzania → Ireland)Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Ireland from Tanzania, 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 Ireland, whether you need an adapter, and which devices are safe to plug in.

Do you need a travel adapter for Ireland?

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

What plugs and sockets does Ireland use?

Ireland uses the following power plug: Type G: three rectangular pins with a built-in fuse, the British/Irish plug. Outlets run at 230V and 50Hz. Since Tanzania also uses Type G, your plugs already match.

Voltage and frequency in Ireland

Ireland runs on 230V at 50Hz, the same as Tanzania (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 Ireland?

Phones, tablets, laptops, and camera chargers are nearly always dual-voltage (100-240V), so they work in Ireland 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 230V supply, though it's always worth a quick label check.

What travel adapter should you buy for Ireland?

Because Tanzania and Ireland share Type G 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 Ireland

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