In Saudi Arabia, power plugs and sockets are type G. The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 60Hz.
G
Socket type
230V
Voltage
60Hz
Frequency
Socket types used in Saudi Arabia
For each socket below you'll also see the matching plug. These are what you'll find in the wall.
Type G
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Travelling from 🇺🇸 the United States to Saudi Arabia?
🔌 Adapter needed⚡ Voltage converter needed
Do your plugs fit in Saudi Arabia?
In Saudi Arabia they use sockets of type G. Your types A and B from the United States won't fit, so you need a power plug travel adapter.
G · Socket in Saudi Arabiavs
✕A · Your plug A✕B · Your plug B
✕ Socket G does not fit your types A and B
Voltage & frequency
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
230V·60Hz
vs
🇺🇸 United States
120V·60Hz
Do you need a voltage converter in Saudi Arabia?
⚡
Mind the voltage. The standard voltage in Saudi Arabia (230V) is much higher than in the United States (120V). Without a converter you risk serious damage to your 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 Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia uses power sockets of type G. The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 60Hz.
Do I need a power plug adapter in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. If you travel from the United States you need a power plug travel adapter for type G sockets in Saudi Arabia, because your types A and B plugs don't fit.
Do I need a voltage converter in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. The voltage in Saudi Arabia (230V) differs from the United States (120V), so you need a voltage converter to protect your devices — unless a device is labelled 100–240V.
Learn about the plug types used in Saudi Arabia
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