Plugs and voltage

Jordan

Jordan uses plug types B, C, D, F, G and J. The most common is type G – the British plug.

Type
B · C · D · F · G · J
Voltage
230 V
Frequency
50 Hz

Type B

North American three-prong plug

Type A with an extra round earth pin – the standard socket in North America.

15 A · grounded

Type C

Europlug

Two round pins, no earth – the thin plug that fits sockets in most of Europe, South America and Asia.

2.5 A · ungrounded

Type D

Old British round-pin plug (5 A)

Three large round pins in a triangle – common in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka.

5 A · grounded

Type F

Schuko plug

Two round pins with earth clips on the sides – Germany, Spain, Scandinavia, Russia and much of Europe and Asia.

16 A · grounded

Type G

British plug · most common

Three chunky rectangular pins and a fuse inside – the UK, Ireland, Gulf states, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia.

13 A · grounded

Type J

Swiss plug

Three round pins in a flat triangle – Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Rwanda.

10 A · grounded

Good to know

Many different socket types are in use; type G and type C/F are the most common.

Will your plugs fit here?

Where plugs from this country fit

Frequently asked questions

What plug type is used in Jordan?

Jordan uses plug types B, C, D, F, G and J. The most common is type G – the British plug. Many different socket types are in use; type G and type C/F are the most common.

What is the voltage in Jordan?

The mains voltage in Jordan is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Devices from countries with 220–240 V work without a converter. Devices from countries with 100–127 V (USA, Canada, Japan) should only be plugged in if the power supply says 100–240 V.

Do I need a travel adapter for Jordan?

You need an adapter if your devices have plugs other than types B, C, D, F, G and J. You won’t need one if you’re coming from Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Poland, United Kingdom and United States. Only some plugs fit for travellers from China and India. Travellers from Australia need an adapter to type G.

Do I need a voltage converter in Jordan?

Not if you’re coming from Australia, China, France, Germany, India, Poland and United Kingdom – the voltage is similar. If you bring devices from Canada, Japan and United States, check their rating labels. Phone and laptop chargers usually work on 100–240 V, but hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often do not – those need a voltage converter.