Guernsey power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Guernsey uses Type G sockets at 230 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- G 1 socket type in use
- Voltage
- 230 V High-voltage grid (220–240 V)
- Frequency
- 50 Hz 50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
- National standard
- BS 1363 Grid reliability: Good
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as Guernsey, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What the sockets look like
Power in Guernsey
Guernsey is a small island in the English Channel, located off the coast of Normandy, France. Guernsey uses Type G power plugs. The standard voltage is 230 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. The primary sources of power generation include diesel and solar energy, with efforts to increase renewable energy contributions. The power grid in Guernsey is considered reliable, supporting both residential and commercial needs efficiently. Overall, the island manages its energy resources well, ensuring stable and consistent electricity supply for its inhabitants.
Recommended gear
Adapters & converters →
EPICKA 75 W GaN universal travel adapter
One block that covers US, UK, EU and Australian sockets, with 75 W of USB-C charging — enough for a laptop without carrying its power brick.
- Plugs for US / UK / EU / AU sockets
- 3× USB-C (75 W total) + 2× USB-A
- Universal AC socket, fused, up to 2000 W
- About 250 g
It does not convert voltage. A 120 V appliance still gets 230 V in Europe, whatever adapter you use.
Best for: Phones, laptops, cameras, tablets and anything dual-voltage.
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