What Plug Does Uganda Use?
View CountryUganda uses the BS 1363 type G plug and the mains supply is 240V, 50 Hz. Most visitors will need a type G adapter; travellers from the UK and Ireland generally do not.
Plug Types
Do I Need a Travel Adapter for Uganda?
Visitors from the UK and Ireland do not need an adapter because Uganda uses the British BS 1363 type G plug. Travellers from the US and Canada, Europe (C/F/E), Australia and New Zealand, India and Japan will need a type G adapter. Buy a grounded type G (BS 1363) adapter or a universal travel adapter that includes a type G socket so your plugs fit securely.
| Travelling from | Your plugs | Plug adapter | Voltage converter |
|---|---|---|---|
| US & Canada | Type A/B | Needed | Check your devices |
| UK & Ireland | Type G | Not needed | Not needed |
| Europe | Type C/F/E | Needed | Not needed |
| Australia & NZ | Type I | Needed | Not needed |
| India | Type D/C | Needed | Not needed |
| Japan | Type A/B | Needed | Check your devices |
Do I Need a Voltage Converter in Uganda?
Uganda supplies mains at 240V, 50 Hz. Many phone and laptop chargers are dual-voltage (100-240V) and will work with only a plug adapter, so check the small print on the charger. Single-voltage devices like older hair dryers, curling tongs and straighteners often need a voltage converter or a travel appliance rated for 240V. According to the table, travellers from the US and Canada and from Japan should check device voltage; most other regions will not need a converter.
Uganda Plugs and Sockets Explained
Type G (BS 1363) is the primary plug in Uganda. It has three rectangular pins: a longer earth pin at the top and two live and neutral pins below, and it is an earthed configuration. BS 1363 plugs are designed to accept a fused plug for safety and the sockets hold the plug firmly. Type G sockets and switches follow the British style and are standard across the country.
Tips for Charging Your Devices in Uganda
- Bring a BS 1363 type G adapter or a universal adapter that includes type G sockets.
- Check each charger for a 100-240V rating; if present you only need an adapter.
- For hair dryers and straighteners, use dual-voltage models or a proper voltage converter for high-wattage appliances.
- Consider a small travel power strip with a single type G plug to charge multiple devices.
- Carry spare fuses for UK-style plugs and keep chargers in your carry-on.