🇱🇾 Power plugs & sockets in Libya

In Libya, power plugs and sockets are types C, F and L. The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 50Hz.

C · F · L
Socket types
230V
Voltage
50Hz
Frequency

Socket types used in Libya

For each socket below you'll also see the matching plug. These are what you'll find in the wall.

Type C

Socket / outlet type C (3D)
Socket / outlet type C (Diagram)
Plug type C (3D)
Plug type C (Diagram)

Type F

Socket / outlet type F (3D)
Socket / outlet type F (Diagram)
Plug type F (3D)
Plug type F (Diagram)

Type L

Socket / outlet type L (3D)
Socket / outlet type L (Diagram)
Plug type L (3D)
Plug type L (Diagram)

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Travelling from 🇺🇸 the United States to Libya?

🔌 Adapter needed⚡ Voltage converter needed🕐 Frequency differs

Do your plugs fit in Libya?

In Libya they use sockets of types C, F and L. Your types A and B from the United States won't fit, so you need a power plug travel adapter.

Socket / outlet type C
C · Socket in Libya
vs
Plug type A
A · Your plug A
Plug type B
B · Your plug B
✕ Socket C does not fit your types A and B
Socket / outlet type F
F · Socket in Libya
vs
Plug type A
A · Your plug A
Plug type B
B · Your plug B
✕ Socket F does not fit your types A and B
Socket / outlet type L
L · Socket in Libya
vs
Plug type A
A · Your plug A
Plug type B
B · Your plug B
✕ Socket L does not fit your types A and B

Voltage & frequency

🇱🇾 Libya
230V50Hz
🇺🇸 United States
120V60Hz

Do you need a voltage converter in Libya?

Mind the voltage. The standard voltage in Libya (230V) is much higher than in the United States (120V). Without a converter you risk serious damage to your devices.
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Frequency differs. The frequency in Libya (50Hz) differs from the United States (60Hz). Be extra careful with motorised devices and items with timers or motors (clocks, shavers, some medical devices).

Many chargers (phones, laptops, cameras) are labelled INPUT: 100–240V, 50/60Hz — those work anywhere and only need a plug adapter, never a converter. Always check the label.


Frequently asked questions

What plug type is used in Libya?

Libya uses power sockets of types C, F and L. The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 50Hz.

Do I need a power plug adapter in Libya?

Yes. If you travel from the United States you need a power plug travel adapter for types C, F and L sockets in Libya, because your types A and B plugs don't fit.

Do I need a voltage converter in Libya?

Yes. The voltage in Libya (230V) differs from the United States (120V), so you need a voltage converter to protect your devices — unless a device is labelled 100–240V.


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