Travel adapter from Jamaica to United Kingdom — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in United Kingdom?

United Kingdom uses Type G plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Jamaica and United Kingdom, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

Adapter required

Yes — coming from Jamaica, you will need a travel adapter for United Kingdom. Jamaica uses Type A/Type B plugs, and United Kingdom uses Type G, so the pin shapes will not fit any wall socket. Voltages differ (110 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.

Jamaica (home)

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

United Kingdom (destination)

Type G Three rectangular pins 220–240V

Electrical specifications in United Kingdom

Voltage

Jamaica 110 V

United Kingdom 230 V

Differs

Frequency

Jamaica 50 Hz

United Kingdom 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in United Kingdom

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

Full United Kingdom plug guide