Maldives: Plugs & Sockets - Do I need a travel adapter to charge my devices from India?
⚠️ You need a travel adapter.
⚠️ You might need a voltage converter.
⚠️ Be extra careful because of the difference in frequency.
Country
Voltage
230
230
Frequency
50
50
Plugs & Sockets
❌
✔
Adapter needed
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3 pins
-
grounded
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15 A
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almost always 100 – 127 V
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socket compatible with plug types A & B
...
- - 220 – 240 V
- 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A
- 2 pins
- Not grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type C
C
- - 220 – 240 V
- 6 A
- 3 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type D
D
- - 220 – 250 V
- 13 A
- 3 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type G
G
- - 220 – 240 V
- 10 A & 16 A
- 3 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type C and L
L
You need
FAQ
What power sockets are used in Maldives?
Maldives uses sockets (=outlets) Type C, D, G and L. Plug Type C is rated for 220-240V and 2.5A/10A/16A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded Plug Type D is rated for 220-240V and 6A, featuring three pins and is grounded. Plug Type G is rated for 220-250V and 13A, featuring three pins and is grounded. Plug Type L is rated for 220-240V and 10A/16A, featuring three pins and is grounded.
What power plugs are used in India?
India uses sockets (=outlets) Type C, D and M. Plug Type C is rated for 220-240V and 2.5A/10A/16A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded. Plug Type D is rated for 220-240V and 6A, featuring three pins and is grounded.. Plug Type M is rated for 220-240V and 16A, featuring three pins and is grounded.
Are plugs from India and Maldives the same?
Some of the plugs from India are not compatible with plugs from Maldives. You will not be able to use plugs Type M with the available sockets Type C, D, G and Lin Maldives.
Do I need a plug adapter in Maldives?
You will need a travel adapter for plugs Type M from India when traveling to Maldives.
What kind of travel adapter do I need for Maldives?
When traveling to Maldives you need the right travel adapter to ensure that your electronic devices can be used without any issues. The adapter needs to be compatible with plug Types C, D, G and L commonly used in Maldives. We recommend getting a universal travel adapter that fits multiple sockets. Especially, if you travel frequently.
Will my phone charge in Maldives?
If your phone charger is rated for 100-240 V (which is common for many modern devices), it will work in Maldives without needing a voltage converter. However, you need a plug adapter since chargers from India won't fit sockets Type C, D, G and L.
Will my laptop charge in Maldives?
Most laptop chargers are designed to handle a range of input voltages (typically 100-240 volts) which makes them compatible with the voltage in Maldives. However, you will need a plug adapter to fit Type C, D, G and L sockets.
What is the voltage in India vs Maldives?
The standard voltage in Maldives is 230 V, whereas in India the voltage supply is 230 V.
Can I use 230 V in Maldives?
Yes, the standard voltage in Maldives is 230 V as well. This means that the electrical voltage requirements for devices should be identical, allowing you to use all of your electronic devices seamlessly when traveling between Maldives and India.
What is the frequency in India vs Maldives?
The standard frequency in Maldives is 50 Hz, whereas in India the fequency supply is 50 Hz.
Can I use 50 Hz in Maldives?
Yes, the standard frequency in Maldives is 50 Hz as well. This should allow you to use your electronic devices when traveling between Maldives and India.
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