Power Plugs & Voltage in Vietnam
In Vietnam, the standard voltage is 220V at 50Hz, and plug types A, C, F are used.
Your plugs (Type A) fit Vietnam's sockets directly.
Vietnam runs much higher than home. A single-voltage 120V appliance can be damaged — you'd need a voltage converter. Dual-voltage devices (100–240V) are still fine.
Check your charger Most phone, laptop and camera chargers are dual-voltage (look for “INPUT: 100–240V” on the label). Those only ever need a plug adapter, never a voltage converter. High-wattage items with heating elements (hair dryers, straighteners, kettles) are the usual exception.Vietnam mains: 220V, 50 Hz.
Note A mix of Type A, C and F. Many sockets are hybrids taking both flat and round pins.
Plug types in Vietnam
2 flat parallel pins (ungrounded, North America / Japan)
2 round pins (Europlug, fits most of Europe)
2 round pins + earth clips on the side (Schuko)
Many modern chargers, laptops, phones and cameras are dual-voltage: their label reads INPUT: 100–240V. Those work anywhere in the world with just a plug adapter — no voltage converter needed. Only single-voltage, high-wattage devices (hair dryers, travel kettles, straighteners) are a real concern in Vietnam’s 220V supply. Always check the label on your own device.
How to check what you need for Vietnam
- 01 Pick your home country in the checker above.
- 02 See instantly whether your plugs fit Vietnam’s Types A, C & F sockets, and whether the 220V supply is a concern.
- 03 Read the label on each device — 100–240V means a plug adapter is all you need.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Vietnam?
Vietnam uses Types A, C & F plugs. A mix of Type A, C and F. Many sockets are hybrids taking both flat and round pins.
What voltage is Vietnam?
The standard mains voltage in Vietnam is 220V at 50Hz. Most modern chargers and laptops are dual-voltage (100–240V) and work fine; single-voltage appliances from a country with very different voltage may need a converter.
Do I need an adapter for Vietnam from the US?
Vietnam accepts US-style Type A/B plugs, so a plug adapter may not be needed — but check the voltage: the US is 120V and Vietnam is 220V. Use the checker above for your exact home country.
Do I need an adapter for Vietnam from the UK?
Yes. UK Type G plugs don't fit Vietnam's Types A, C & F sockets, so you'll need a plug adapter. Voltage is 220V, the same as the UK, so no converter is needed.