Canada to Vietnam Plug Adapter
Adapter needed for some plugs
Maybe. Type A plugs from Canada fit sockets in Vietnam, but Type B plugs need an adapter.
Your plugs · Canada
Voltage: 120 V
Sockets at destination · Vietnam
Voltage: 220 V
Voltage converter
Vietnam uses 220 V and Canada uses 120 V. Check the label on each device: if it says 100–240V it works anywhere; otherwise you need a voltage converter.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter for Vietnam from Canada?
Maybe. Type A plugs from Canada fit sockets in Vietnam, but Type B plugs need an adapter.
Do I need a voltage converter for Vietnam?
Vietnam uses 220 V and Canada uses 120 V. Check the label on each device: if it says 100–240V it works anywhere; otherwise you need a voltage converter.
Source: Wikidata (CC0), retrieved 2026-10-22. Plug descriptions and compatibility are our own summary of the IEC plug types. Hotels and new buildings may have other sockets — carry a universal adapter if unsure.