Type A
North American two-prong plug
Two flat parallel blades, no earth – the everyday plug of the USA, Canada, Mexico and Japan.
Plugs and voltage
Vietnam
Vietnam uses plug types A, C and F. The most common is type C – the Europlug.
- Type
- A · C · F
- Voltage
- 220 V
- Frequency
- 50 Hz
Type C
Europlug · most common
Two round pins, no earth – the thin plug that fits sockets in most of Europe, South America and Asia.
Type F
Schuko plug
Two round pins with earth clips on the sides – Germany, Spain, Scandinavia, Russia and much of Europe and Asia.
Good to know
Sockets usually accept both flat (type A) and round (type C) pins.
Will your plugs fit here?
Where plugs from this country fit
- plugs fit, same voltage
- partly fit or different voltage
- adapter needed
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Vietnam?
Vietnam uses plug types A, C and F. The most common is type C – the Europlug. Sockets usually accept both flat (type A) and round (type C) pins.
What is the voltage in Vietnam?
The mains voltage in Vietnam is 220 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 Vietnam?
You need an adapter if your devices have plugs other than types A, C and F. You won’t need one if you’re coming from France, Germany and Poland. Only some plugs fit for travellers from Canada, China, India, Japan and United States. Travellers from Australia and United Kingdom need an adapter to type C.
Do I need a voltage converter in Vietnam?
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.
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