This guide indexes the world’s major electrical plug types. Select your destination’s plug standard to view compatibility, electrical specifications, and recommended adapters.
Ungrounded two-pin plug used widely across Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa.
Grounded three-pin plug associated primarily with India and parts of South Asia.
Grounded European standards used throughout continental Europe and parts of Asia and Africa.
UK-style grounded plug used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and many countries worldwide.
Grounded Swiss standard used in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.