Egypt power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Egypt uses Type C and Type F sockets at 220 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- C / F 2 socket types in use
- Voltage
- 220 V High-voltage grid (220–240 V)
- Frequency
- 50 Hz 50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
- National standard
- — Grid reliability: Moderate
What to expect in Egypt
Type C and F at 220 V / 50 Hz. Europlugs work; British and American plugs need an adapter. Voltage sags are common in summer.
What the sockets look like
Power in Egypt
Egypt, located in North Africa, is known for its rich history and strategic location along the Nile River. Egypt uses Type C and Type F power plugs. The standard voltage is 220 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Egypt's power generation is dominated by natural gas, supplemented by hydroelectric power from the Aswan High Dam and increasingly by solar energy projects. While the power infrastructure has seen significant improvements, reliability can vary, with occasional outages in rural areas. Overall, Egypt continues to invest in modernizing its grid to meet growing energy demands and enhance sustainability.