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Do you need a plug adapter from Germany to Nigeria?
Adapter needed
Yes — you need a plug adapter from Germany to Nigeria. Nigeria uses Type D/G sockets that Germany plugs do not fit.
Germany to Nigeria
Germany → Nigeria
- Germany plugs
- C F
- Nigeria sockets
- D G
- Adapter
- Required
- Voltage
- 230V → 230V
Socket types in Nigeria
| Type D | Three large round pins in a triangle. Mainly India and nearby regions. |
|---|---|
| Type G | Three rectangular pins. The British plug, also used across former British territories. |
Voltage is broadly compatible: Germany uses 230V, Nigeria uses 230V.
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Germany to Nigeria?
Yes. Nigeria uses Type D/G sockets, which Germany plugs do not fit, so pack a suitable adapter.
Will my devices work on Nigeria’s voltage?
Nigeria runs at 230V, 50Hz. Dual-voltage chargers (most phones and laptops) are fine; single-voltage devices may need a converter.