South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands 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: Limited
Where your plug will also work
All countries →These countries use at least one of the same socket types as South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, so an adapter bought for this trip often works there too.
What the sockets look like
Power in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, located in the southern Atlantic Ocean, are remote and uninhabited except for a small number of researchers and staff. South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands uses Type G power plugs. The standard voltage is 230 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Power generation is heavily reliant on diesel generators, though there is a growing emphasis on renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, to reduce environmental impact. Given the islands' isolation, the power infrastructure is limited and designed to meet the needs of a small, transient population. Despite these constraints, efforts are ongoing to improve reliability and sustainability while maintaining the islands' pristine environment.
Recommended gear
Adapters & converters →
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- 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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