Travel adapter from Chad to Iran — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Iran?

Iran uses Type C and Type F plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

Good news — Chad and Iran both use the same plug shape and compatible voltage. You can plug your devices straight into the wall in Iran without an adapter or converter.

Chad (home)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type E Two round pins + earth hole 220–240V Type F Two round pins + side earth contacts 220–240V

Iran (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type F Two round pins + side earth contacts 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Iran

Voltage

Chad 230 V

Iran 230 V

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Frequency

Chad 50 Hz

Iran 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Iran

In Iran, the standard power plug is Type C and Type F. The country runs on 230 volts at 50 Hz. That means wall sockets in Iran can be one of 2 different shapes — Type C, Type F, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Iran plug guide