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Do you need a plug adapter from United Kingdom to Vietnam?
Adapter needed
Yes — you need a plug adapter from United Kingdom to Vietnam. Vietnam uses Type A/C/F sockets that United Kingdom plugs do not fit.
United Kingdom to Vietnam
United Kingdom → Vietnam
- United Kingdom plugs
- G
- Vietnam sockets
- A C F
- Adapter
- Required
- Voltage
- 230V → 220V
Socket types in Vietnam
| Type A | Two flat parallel pins (ungrounded). Common across North America and Japan. |
|---|---|
| Type C | Two round pins. The standard "Europlug" used across most of Europe. |
| Type F | Two round pins with side grounding clips ("Schuko"). Germany and much of Europe. |
Voltage is broadly compatible: United Kingdom uses 230V, Vietnam uses 220V.
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter from United Kingdom to Vietnam?
Yes. Vietnam uses Type A/C/F sockets, which United Kingdom plugs do not fit, so pack a suitable adapter.
Will my devices work on Vietnam’s voltage?
Vietnam runs at 220V, 50Hz. Dual-voltage chargers (most phones and laptops) are fine; single-voltage devices may need a converter.