Travel adapter from Tonga to Algeria — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Algeria?

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

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

Adapter required

Yes — coming from Tonga, you will need a travel adapter for Algeria. Tonga uses Type I plugs, and Algeria uses Type C/Type F, so the pin shapes will not fit any wall socket.

Tonga (home)

Type I Two or three flat angled pins 220–240V

Algeria (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Algeria

Voltage

Tonga 240 V

Algeria 230 V

Match

Frequency

Tonga 50 Hz

Algeria 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Algeria

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

Full Algeria plug guide