Eritrea Plugs & Voltage
Type C, L · 230 V
Eritrea uses Type C and Type L plugs, and the standard voltage is 230 V. Traffic drives on the right. Emergency numbers include 113, 114 and 116.
- Plug types
- C, L
- Voltage
- 230 V
- Drives on the
- Right
- Emergency
- 113, 114, 116
Sockets in Eritrea
Do you need an adapter for Eritrea?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Needed | Different — check devices |
| United Kingdom | Needed | Same range |
| India | Only for Type D, M | Same range |
| Bangladesh | Only for Type A, G, K | Same range |
| Pakistan | Only for Type D, G, M | Same range |
| Australia | Needed | Same range |
| Canada | Needed | Different — check devices |
| Germany | Only for Type F | Same range |
| China | Only for Type A, I | Same range |
| Philippines | Only for Type A, B | Same range |
More for travellers
| Official languages | Arabic, English and Tigrinya |
|---|---|
| Emergency numbers | 113, 114, 116 |
| Calling code | +291 |
| Currency | nakfa (ERN) |
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Eritrea?
Type C and Type L.
What is the voltage in Eritrea?
230 V. Devices from 100–127 V countries (such as the US) need to be dual-voltage or used with a converter.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Eritrea?
On the right.
What is the emergency number in Eritrea?
113, 114 and 116.
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.