Do You Need a Travel Adapter for Laos?
Laos uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type E, Type F sockets at 230 V, 50 Hz.
Check your own plug
Verdict by where you are travelling from
From United States: Your plug fits, but you need a voltage converter for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Your Type A plug fits Laos's Type A socket.
Single-voltage device (120 V) on a 230 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model.
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From United Kingdom: You need a Type A or B or C or E or F adapter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type G plugs do not fit Laos's Type A/B/C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
230 V is within what this device expects. Type G plugs do not fit Laos's Type A/B/C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
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From Europe: No adapter needed for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Your Type C plug fits Laos's Type C socket.
230 V is within what this device expects. Your Type C plug fits Laos's Type C socket.
From Australia: You need a Type A or B or C or E or F adapter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type I plugs do not fit Laos's Type A/B/C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
230 V is within what this device expects. Type I plugs do not fit Laos's Type A/B/C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
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From Canada: Your plug fits, but you need a voltage converter for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Your Type A plug fits Laos's Type A socket.
Single-voltage device (120 V) on a 230 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model.
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From Japan: Your plug fits, but you need a voltage converter for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Your Type A plug fits Laos's Type A socket.
Single-voltage device (100 V) on a 230 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model.
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Device by device: 230 V in Laos
| Device | Voltage | Plug | What you need |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone, laptop or USB charger | Dual voltage: fine | Type A/B/C/E/F adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Camera battery charger | Dual voltage: fine | Type A/B/C/E/F adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Hair dryer or straightener | Single voltage: only if rated for 220–240 V | Type A/B/C/E/F adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 110–120 V model |
| Electric shaver | Single voltage: only if rated for 220–240 V | Type A/B/C/E/F adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 110–120 V model |
| CPAP machine | Dual voltage: fine | Type A/B/C/E/F adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Kettle or other appliance | Single voltage: only if rated for 220–240 V | Type A/B/C/E/F adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 110–120 V model |
Not sure which your device is? Read the INPUT line on the label.
Frequently asked questions
What plug does Laos use?
Laos uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type E, Type F sockets. Type A: two flat parallel pins. Type B: two flat parallel pins and a round earth pin. Type C: two round 4 mm pins, 19 mm apart. Type E: two round 4.8 mm pins and a hole for the socket earth pin. Type F: two round 4.8 mm pins with earth clips on the sides.
What is the voltage in Laos?
Laos runs on 230 V at 50 Hz.
Can I charge my iPhone or laptop in Laos?
Yes. Phones, laptops and USB chargers are dual voltage (100–240 V) so the voltage is fine anywhere; US-style Type A plugs fit Laos's sockets, so US travellers need no adapter at all. Everyone else needs a Type A adapter.
Do I need a voltage converter for Laos?
Only for single-voltage 110–120 V appliances (typically hair dryers, straighteners and kettles bought in North America or Japan). Anything marked INPUT 100–240 V just needs a plug adapter.
Other countries in Asia
Socket types: Type A Type B Type C Type E Type F · Voltage by country · How this data was verified