In Syria, they use Type C, E, and L plugs and sockets. The mains voltage is 220 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.
So, you’ll definitely need a travel adaptor in Syria. Their plugs and sockets aren’t the same as our Type G back in the UK.
Key Takeaways
- Plugs and sockets: C, E, and L
- Mains voltage: 220 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
- Travel adaptor needed? Yes, you do need a travel adaptor
- Voltage converter needed? You don’t need a voltage converter for your devices here.
- Recommended travel adaptor: AUNNO Universal Travel Adaptor
The information has been carefully compiled from electricity authorities, IEC standards, and practical tips offered by travellers worldwide.
Sockets in Syria
The plug types you’ll find in Syria are Type C, E, and L 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 E
Type E sockets have two round pins and a hole for the socket’s earth pin. UK Type G plugs do not fit into Type E sockets.
Type L
Type L sockets have three round pins in a single straight line. UK Type G plugs do not fit into Type L sockets.
Recommended Travel Adaptor for Syria
Choosing the wrong travel adaptor can damage your devices — or worse, leave you without power. We don’t sell them. But we’ve tested and researched the best option for your trip, looking at voltage, safety, price, charging speed and durability. Here’s our top choice:
Didn’t pack an adaptor? You can still grab one when you arrive. Still, it’s better to bring your own than risk paying too much for something unreliable.
Syria is often combined with visits to Lebanon and Jordan. Worth checking the plug setup before travelling — it can differ across borders.
Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
You won’t need a converter in Syria, as the mains voltage is basically the same as at home in the UK.
Make sure to look at the voltage label before travelling. Devices marked ‘100–240 V, 50/60 Hz’ will operate abroad without any 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.
