Power Plugs and Sockets in Saudi Arabia - Do You Need an Adapter?

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In Saudi Arabia, the plug types used are A, B, C and G. The voltage is 127-220 V with a frequency of 60Hz. On the other hand, in Brazil, the plug types used are C and N. The voltage in Brazil is 127-220 V with a frequency of 60Hz.

Type A Socket Type A Plug

Type A

Type B Socket Type B Plug

Type B

Type C Socket Type C Plug

Type C

Type G Socket Type G Plug

Type G

✅ Your devices from Brazil of type C will be valid and will work without an adapter.

⚠️ Your devices from Brazil of type N will not be valid for any socket and you will need an adapter.

What are the plugs like in Saudi Arabia?

In Saudi Arabia, the predominant plug types are A, B, C and G. If you are coming from Brazil, then your devices are of type C or N.

In this sense, you will have to be more careful. Depending on where you stay, you may find valid plugs for your devices or not. We recommend that you always buy an adapter to avoid any worries.

Special considerations

In Saudi Arabia, the most common voltage is 127 volts, although in some areas you can also find a voltage of 220 volts.

Do I need a voltage and frequency converter to travel to Saudi Arabia?

It is important to know that in Saudi Arabia the electrical voltage is 127-220 V, with a frequency of 60Hz. In Brazil, the electrical voltage is 127-220 V and the frequency is 60Hz.

Both Brazil and Saudi Arabia use wide ranges of voltages (127-220 V) so you will only need to make sure that the device you are going to use and the socket in Saudi Arabia to which you are going to connect it work at the same voltage.

Regardless of whether you need a voltage converter or not, you need a plug adapter, because the plug types are different in Saudi Arabia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below we will answer some of the most common questions asked by travelers going to Saudi Arabia.

Can I charge my iPhone or Android mobile device in Saudi Arabia?

If you are travelling from Brazil to Saudi Arabia, you will need an adapter to charge your iPhone or Android mobile device. While it is true that nowadays these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency, it should be remembered that both countries have incompatible plug types, so you may need an adapter in Saudi Arabia to charge your iPhone or Android.

Can I plug in my laptop charger in Saudi Arabia?

If you are travelling from Brazil to Saudi Arabia, you will need an adapter to charge your laptop. Generally, these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency, but it should be remembered that Brazil and Saudi Arabia have incompatible plug types, so an adapter may be necessary to charge your laptop in Saudi Arabia.

Can I use my hair dryer or straightener in Saudi Arabia?

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