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

In Afghanistan, the plug types used are C and F. The voltage is 220 V with a frequency of 50Hz. On the other hand, in Gambia, the plug types used are G. The voltage in Gambia is 230 V with a frequency of 50Hz.

Type C

Type F

What are the plugs like in Afghanistan?

In Afghanistan, the predominant plug types are C and F. If you are coming from Gambia, then your devices are of type G.

For this reason, you will need an adapter, as the plugs in Afghanistan are not compatible with the devices from Gambia and you will not be able to use your devices.

Do I need a voltage and frequency converter to travel to Afghanistan?

It is important to know that in Afghanistan the electrical voltage is 220 V, with a frequency of 50Hz. In Gambia, the electrical voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50Hz.

For this reason, you will not need a voltage converter to use your devices from Gambia in Afghanistan.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Can I charge my iPhone or Android mobile device in Afghanistan?

If you are travelling from Gambia to Afghanistan, 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 will need an adapter in Afghanistan to charge your iPhone or Android.

Can I plug in my laptop charger in Afghanistan?

If you are travelling from Gambia to Afghanistan, 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 Gambia and Afghanistan have incompatible plug types, so an adapter is necessary to charge your laptop in Afghanistan.

Can I use my hair dryer or straightener in Afghanistan?

Yes, with respect to voltage and frequency, you will be able to use devices such as your hair dryer or hair straightener in Afghanistan without any problems.

However, since the plugs in Afghanistan and Gambia are not compatible, you will need a plug adapter to be able to use the hair straightener and hair dryer.

What happens if I connect a 230 V device to a 220 V socket without an adapter?

Fortunately, most devices can operate with a small voltage difference. Therefore, you will not have any problem connecting a 230 V device to a 220 V socket in Afghanistan without a voltage adapter. The worst that can happen is that the device will heat up slightly.