One of the pleasant surprises about visiting Dubai as a UK traveller is that you do not need to pack any adapters. Dubai uses the same three-pin rectangular plugs as Britain – a legacy of historical ties. I arrived at my hotel, plugged in my phone charger, and it worked exactly as it would at home. If you are coming from the US or continental Europe, you will need an adapter, but the good news is that the voltage matches UK standards too, so no converters are necessary for dual-voltage devices.
Dubai uses Type G plugs – the same three-rectangular-pin standard as the UK. Voltage is 230V at 50Hz.
Quick Answer
- Plug Type: Type G (same as UK)
- Voltage: 230V
- Frequency: 50Hz
- UK travelers: No adapter needed
- US/European travelers: Need an adapter
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Who Needs an Adapter?
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Adapter Needed?
Notes
UK
No
Same plug and voltage
Oman
No
Same plug type
Saudi Arabia
No
Same plug type (mostly)
India
Yes
Uses Type C, D, M
USA/Canada
Yes
Uses Type A, B
Germany/France
Yes
Uses Type C, F
Australia
Yes
Uses Type I
Voltage
Dubai uses 230V at 50Hz – identical to the UK. If you’re from the UK, all your devices work without modification.
US travelers (110-120V) should check device labels:
- 100-240V: Only need plug adapter
- 110V/120V only: Need voltage converter
Most modern electronics (phones, laptops, cameras) are dual-voltage.
Tips
- UK travelers don’t need to pack anything extra
- Hotels often have universal outlets or adapters at reception
- Travel adapters are available at Dubai Mall, airports, and electronics stores
