How Does Electricity & Plugs Work in Indonesia?
Last verified: 2025-06 · Asia
1The Quick Answer
Indonesia uses Type C and Type F plugs (European two-pin round) at 220V/50Hz — the same as most of Europe; American visitors need both an adapter and a voltage converter for older devices.
2What You Need to Know
Indonesia runs on 220V/50Hz using Type C (two round pins) and Type F (two round pins with grounding clips) sockets — identical to continental Europe. Travellers from the UK will need a Type G to Type C/F adapter. Visitors from the USA, Canada, and Japan need a plug adapter and should check that their devices support 220V (most modern electronics do). Power outages (PLN blackouts) occur in rural areas, on some outer islands, and occasionally in parts of Bali — a power bank is a useful backup. Some budget accommodations have only a few sockets per room.
3Practical Tips
Practical Tips
- 1A universal travel adapter covers you throughout Indonesia and all neighbouring Southeast Asian countries on the same trip
- 2Check your phone charger, laptop, and camera charger labels for '100–240V' input — if it says this, only a plug adapter is needed, not a voltage converter
- 3Bring a multi-port USB charger and a power bank — power cuts in rural areas and outer islands are not uncommon
Important Warning
Using a 110V US device on Indonesia's 220V supply without a voltage converter will destroy the device. Always check the voltage label on your device before plugging in.
How does this compare?
Electricity & Plugs rules in nearby and similar countries:
Japan uses Type A plugs (flat 2-pin) at 100V — the lowest voltage in the world. Check your device labels before use.
Thailand uses 220V/50Hz and accepts Type A, B, and C plugs, meaning most international devices plug in without an adapter.
Singapore uses Type G British 3-pin square plugs at 230V/50Hz — US and European visitors will need a plug adapter.
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