Travel adapter from Barbados to Cyprus — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Cyprus?

Cyprus uses Type G plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Barbados and Cyprus, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

Adapter required

Yes — coming from Barbados, you will need a travel adapter for Cyprus. Barbados uses Type A/Type B plugs, and Cyprus uses Type G, so the pin shapes will not fit any wall socket. Voltages differ (115 V at home vs 230 V abroad), so check the label on each device. Most modern dual-voltage chargers handle the swing without a converter, but heating appliances usually do not.

Voltage converter may be needed. Check your device label — most modern electronics (phones, laptops) support 100–240 V and only need a plug adapter. Hair dryers, kettles, and older appliances may need a step-up or step-down converter.

Barbados (home)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V

Cyprus (destination)

Type G Three rectangular pins 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Cyprus

Voltage

Barbados 115 V

Cyprus 230 V

Differs

Frequency

Barbados 50 Hz

Cyprus 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Cyprus

In Cyprus, the standard power plug is Type G. The country runs on 230 volts at 50 Hz. That means every wall socket in Cyprus is the same shape — Type G, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Cyprus plug guide