🇹🇭 What plug does Thailand use?

Type A/B/C/F/O sockets at 220V, 50Hz. Updated June 2026 Thailand uses a wide mix of plug types (A, B, C, F, and O) at 220V/50Hz — more variety than almost anywhere else, so a multi-standard adapter is the safest choice.
Travelling fromAdapter needed?Voltage
The USNovoltage differs — check your device for 100–240V dual-voltage support before assuming you can skip a converter
The UKYesvoltage is compatible — most modern electronics handle it fine
CanadaNovoltage differs — check your device for 100–240V dual-voltage support before assuming you can skip a converter
AustraliaYesvoltage is compatible — most modern electronics handle it fine
Continental EuropeNovoltage is compatible — most modern electronics handle it fine

Thailand actively uses more plug types than almost anywhere else on this list — A, B, C, F, and the rounder Type O all appear in real use, a legacy of decades of mixed imported wiring. Most hotels built for international travelers now install universal sockets that accept several shapes at once, but a multi-type adapter is the safer choice for guesthouses and local stays.

Quick facts

  • Plug: Type A/B/C/F/O
  • Voltage: 220V
  • Frequency: 50Hz
Type A
2 flat parallel pins
Type B
2 flat pins + round earth
Type C
2 round pins
Type F
2 round pins + earth clips
Type O
3 round pins (Thailand)

What if I forget my adapter?

Adapters are widely sold at Thailand airports, electronics shops, and convenience stores near hotels and tourist areas — usually at a small markup over what you'd pay at home. If you're stuck, ask at your hotel front desk; many keep a few spares to lend.

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Disclaimer

This article is general travel information, not electrical advice. Always read device labels and consult the manufacturer for medical or high-wattage equipment. Data is aligned with the IEC World Plugs reference.