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Kenya plug type and voltage

Quick answer

Kenya uses Type G plugs, 240V at 50Hz. Travelling from the UK you do not need an adapter. Phone and laptop chargers are usually rated 100-240V, so they only need the right plug.

Plug typeType G
Type Gthree rectangular pins (UK type)
Voltage240V
Frequency50Hz

Adapter or converter for Kenya?

Travelling fromHome plugAdapterVoltage converter
United KingdomType G, 230VNot needed for Type GNot needed
United StatesTypes A and B, 120VNeededNeeded for single-voltage appliances
IndiaTypes C, D and M, 230VNeededNot needed
United Arab EmiratesType G, 230VNot needed for Type GNot needed
AustraliaType I, 230VNeededNot needed
CanadaTypes A and B, 120VNeededNeeded for single-voltage appliances

Source: Mains electricity by country (IEC plug letters), checked 2026-10-16. Hotels may also have other sockets.

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Questions

What plug type is used in Kenya?

Type G: Type G has three rectangular pins (UK type).

What is the voltage in Kenya?

240V at 50Hz.

Do I need an adapter for Kenya from United Kingdom?

Not always. Both use Type G, so United Kingdom plugs of that type fit.

Do I need an adapter for Kenya from United States?

Yes. United States uses Types A and B and Kenya uses Type G, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Kenya from India?

Yes. India uses Types C, D and M and Kenya uses Type G, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Kenya from United Arab Emirates?

Not always. Both use Type G, so United Arab Emirates plugs of that type fit.

Do I need an adapter for Kenya from Australia?

Yes. Australia uses Type I and Kenya uses Type G, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Kenya from Canada?

Yes. Canada uses Types A and B and Kenya uses Type G, so you need an adapter.

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