These details combine official input from electricity authorities, IEC standards, and practical experience from people who’ve travelled internationally.
Sockets in Iran
The plug types you’ll find in Iran 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.
Recommended Travel Adaptor for Iran
Our recommendation comes from both thorough research and practical travel testing, checking every detail from charging speed to build quality.
No adaptor once you’ve landed? Airports and local shops are an option. But nothing beats the peace of mind of having your own ready to use.
Iran is often combined with trips to Armenia and Turkey. It’s a good idea to check those pages too — plug types and voltage may differ.
Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
You don’t need to worry about a converter in Iran; the voltage is virtually identical to what we use in the UK.
Always check the voltage label before plugging in abroad; if it reads ‘100–240 V, 50/60 Hz’, your device will usually work without a converter.
Top Travel Essentials to Take With You
Travelling is a lot less stressful when you’ve got the right extras with you. A digital luggage scale helps you avoid those eye-watering excess baggage charges, a power bank keeps your phone and gadgets alive, and packing cubes stop your suitcase becoming a jumble. We’ve put them to the test, and they really are worth packing.
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