Travel guide · Asia

Plug type and voltage in Sri Lanka

The socket types, voltage and frequency in Sri Lanka, and which WisdomUp charger plug fits.

Sri Lanka at a glance

Socket typesType D (also Type G)Voltage230 VFrequency50 HzWisdomUp plug that fitsUK 3-pin (some sockets)Voltage converter needed?No — WisdomUp wall chargers take AC 100–240V

Socket types and voltage from the IEC World Plugs list. Buildings may also have older or international sockets.

Chargers with a UK 3-pin plug

Questions people ask

What plug type is used in Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka uses Type D (also Type G) sockets.

What is the voltage in Sri Lanka?

Mains electricity in Sri Lanka is 230 V at 50 Hz.

Will a WisdomUp charger work in Sri Lanka?

Yes. WisdomUp wall chargers take AC 100–240V. The WisdomUp UK 3-pin plug fits the Type G sockets; for Type D sockets you need a travel adapter.

Do I need a voltage converter in Sri Lanka?

Not for a phone charger rated 100–240V, like every WisdomUp wall charger. Check the label on any other device.

More countries in Asia