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Do you need a travel adapter for Egypt?

Egypt runs on the standard 230 V, 50 Hz with round-pin Type C and Type F sockets - the same family used across continental Europe - so European travellers plug straight in. Visitors from the UK, the US and Australia need an adapter, and Americans should watch the 230 V supply for single-voltage gear.

Do you need an adapter? It depends where you're coming from

Coming from	Plug adapter	Voltage
From the United States	Adapter needed	Check converter
From the UK	Adapter needed	Compatible
From continental Europe	Not needed	Compatible
From Australia / New Zealand	Adapter needed	Compatible

Plug adapters change the shape only. A "Check converter" flag means the voltage differs from your home country - fine for dual-voltage gear (phones, laptops, cameras marked 100-240 V) but risky for single-voltage appliances like hair dryers and travel kettles.

Practical tips for Egypt

• From continental Europe: your Type C/F plugs fit directly - nothing needed.
• From the UK: a Type C adapter is required; voltage matches at 230 V.
• From the US: adapter needed, and 230 V can damage single-voltage 120 V appliances.
• A cheap two-round-pin adapter covers most Egyptian hotel sockets; Nile cruise cabins can vary, so pack a spare.

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Frequently asked questions

What plug type is Egypt?

Types C and F, the European round-pin plugs, at 230 V / 50 Hz.

Do Europeans need an adapter in Egypt?

Usually not - the Type C Europlug fits Egyptian sockets.

Is Egyptian voltage safe for my phone?

Yes - phones and laptops are dual-voltage. Single-voltage 120 V appliances need a converter.

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