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Travel Adapter Guide for Tanzania

The travel adapter guide for Tanzania is a comprehensive guide to the types of plugs and sockets used in Tanzania. It includes information on the frequency, voltage, and types of plugs used in Tanzania.

There are 15 different types of plugs and sockets in use around the world today, along with a variety of different voltage and frequency standards. This guide will help you understand the different types of plugs and sockets used in Tanzania and how they compare to those you use at home, so you can be sure you have the right adapter for your trip.

What socket types are available?

Tanzania uses sockets of Type D Type D plug and G Type G plug.

About socket types

Which plugs can I use?

You can use Type D Type D plug and G Type G plug plugs in Tanzanian sockets.

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Voltage and frequency

The Tanzanian power grid supplies electricity at 230 volts and 50 Hz. Always check the voltage and frequency ratings of your devices before plugging them in. Many devices, such as phone chargers, are dual-voltage and can be used in Tanzania without a voltage converter. However, some devices, such as hair dryers, are often not dual-voltage and will require a voltage converter to operate safely.

About voltage converters

Travelling to Tanzania soon?

Use our compatibility checker to see if you can use your local devices in Tanzania, and have a look at our recommended travel adapters for your trip.

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Plug TypesD, G 
Voltage230V 
Frequency50Hz 

What do Tanzanian sockets look like?

Tanzania uses the following plug and socket types:

ModelSocket DiagramPlug Diagram
Type DType D socketType D plug
Type GType G socketType G plug