Travel adapter from Jordan to Gambia — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Gambia?

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

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

No adapter needed

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

Jordan (home)

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

Gambia (destination)

Type G Three rectangular pins 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Gambia

Voltage

Jordan 230 V

Gambia 230 V

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Frequency

Jordan 50 Hz

Gambia 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Gambia

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

Full Gambia plug guide