What Plug Does Sudan Use?
View CountrySudan uses Type C (CEE 7/16 Europlug) and Type D (BS 546) plugs, with mains at 230V and 50 Hz. Bring an adapter that fits Type C and D sockets and check whether your devices are dual-voltage before plugging in.
Plug Types
Do I Need a Travel Adapter for Sudan?
Visitors from the US and Canada (plugs A/B), Japan (A/B), the UK and Ireland (G), and Australia and New Zealand (I) will need an adapter to fit Sudan's sockets. Travellers from continental Europe (C/F/E) and India (D/C) usually do not need an adapter. Buy a travel adapter or a universal adapter that accepts your plug type and fits Sudan's Type C (Europlug) and Type D (three-round-pin) sockets.
| Travelling from | Your plugs | Plug adapter | Voltage converter |
|---|---|---|---|
| US & Canada | Type A/B | Needed | Check your devices |
| UK & Ireland | Type G | Needed | Not needed |
| Europe | Type C/F/E | Not needed | Not needed |
| Australia & NZ | Type I | Needed | Not needed |
| India | Type D/C | Not needed | Not needed |
| Japan | Type A/B | Needed | Check your devices |
Do I Need a Voltage Converter in Sudan?
Most phone and laptop chargers are dual-voltage (100-240V) and will work in Sudan; check the small label on the charger. Visitors from the US, Canada and Japan should check their devices because their home mains use 100-120V and some single-voltage items may not be compatible. UK, European, Australian, New Zealand and Indian travellers generally do not need a converter. For single-voltage appliances like hair dryers or straighteners, use a voltage converter or a travel-rated appliance.
Sudan Plugs and Sockets Explained
Type C (CEE 7/16 Europlug) is the primary plug in Sudan. It has two round pins, is not earthed, and is the slim Euro-style plug. Type D (BS 546, old British) is common too; it has three large round pins in a triangular pattern and is earthed. Both plug types are used with Sudan's 230V, 50 Hz supply, so sockets often accept either the two-pin Europlug or the older three-pin British-style plug.
Tips for Charging Your Devices in Sudan
- Check the label on chargers and devices for an input of 100-240V before plugging in.
- Bring a universal adapter that covers Type C and Type D sockets.
- Use a voltage converter for high-wattage single-voltage appliances like some hair dryers.
- Rely on dual-voltage chargers and USB ports for phones and laptops where possible.
- If unsure, buy or borrow a travel-rated hair dryer or straightener rather than risking a converter.
- Carry a compact USB power strip if you need to charge several devices at once.