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

If you are travelling to Vietnam ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ from Iceland ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ, then NO, you will not need an adapter.

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

Type A Socket Type A Plug

Type A

Type C Socket Type C Plug

Type C

โœ… Your devices from Iceland of type C and F will be valid and will work without an adapter.

What are the plugs like in Vietnam?

In Vietnam, the predominant plug types are A and C. If you are coming from Iceland, then your devices are of type C or F.

In this sense, you will not have any problems with your electronic devices, as the plugs in Vietnam are compatible with the devices from Iceland.

Special considerations: In Vietnam, Type A plug is commonly used in the South while Type C is usual in the North (according to the pre-unification of the border at the 17th parallel north). Type G is found only in luxury hotels, and never in homes, shops, or offices.

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

It is important to know that in Vietnam the electrical voltage is 220 V, with a frequency of 50Hz. In Iceland, 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 Iceland in Vietnam.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

If you are travelling from Iceland to Vietnam, you will be able to charge your iPhone or Android mobile device without any problems. Nowadays, these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency. Additionally, since both countries use compatible plug types, you will not need an adapter in Vietnam to charge your iPhone or Android.

Can I plug in my laptop charger in Vietnam?

If you are travelling from Iceland to Vietnam, you will be able to charge your laptop without any problems. Nowadays, laptops are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency. Additionally, since both countries use compatible plug types, you will not need an adapter in Vietnam to charge your laptop.

Can I use my hair dryer or straightener in Vietnam?

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

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 Vietnam without a voltage adapter. The worst that can happen is that the device will heat up slightly.

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