The details provided here come directly from local electricity authorities, international standards such as the IEC, and practical feedback shared by travellers across the globe.
Recommended Travel Adaptor for Egypt
Countless adaptors were put through our checks while travelling. We compared safety, charging speed and build quality. This adaptor proved the clear winner.
Forgotten your adaptor and already abroad? Don’t worry — airports and local shops usually stock them. That said, packing your own saves you from high prices and poor quality.
Egypt is frequently visited alongside Jordan and Israel. It’s a good idea to double-check plug types — neighbouring countries can vary.
Sockets in Egypt
The plug types you’ll find in Egypt are Type C and F plugs and sockets.
Type C
Type C sockets have two round pins and no grounding. Unlike Type G, they take a slimmer plug without an earth pin or fuse.
Type F
Type F sockets have two round pins with two earth clips on the side. UK Type G plugs do not fit into Type F sockets.
Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
You don’t need to worry about a converter in Egypt; the voltage is virtually identical to what we use in the UK.
Check the mains rating on your device before travelling. A mark of ‘100–240 V, 50/60 Hz’ means it’ll work abroad without any converter.
Top Travel Essentials to Take With You
A few smart extras can make travelling so much easier. A digital luggage scale saves you from nasty surprises at the airport, a power bank keeps your phone alive when you need it most, and packing cubes stop your suitcase turning into chaos. We’ve tried and tested them ourselves, and they really do make a difference.
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