Travel adapter from Switzerland to Sudan — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Sudan?

Sudan uses Type C and Type D and Type G plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

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

Switzerland (home)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type J Three round pins 220–240V

Sudan (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type D Three large round pins 220–240V Type G Three rectangular pins 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Sudan

Voltage

Switzerland 230 V

Sudan 230 V

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Frequency

Switzerland 50 Hz

Sudan 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Sudan

In Sudan, the standard power plug is Type C and Type D and Type G. The country runs on 230 volts at 50 Hz. That means wall sockets in Sudan can be one of 3 different shapes — Type C, Type D, Type G, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Sudan plug guide