Electricity and sockets
An adapter is required: Nepal uses Types C, D and M, which does not accept plugs from the UK.
Sockets at the destination
Nepal runs on 230 V at 50 Hz, with sockets following Types C, D and M. No surprises on voltage: Nepal runs at 230 V, the same range as at home in the UK.
You will find identical sockets in Bhutan. Nearby but different: Oman, Qatar and Bahrain – an adapter for Nepal will not fit there. Across Asia this setup is fairly rare: 2 of 50 countries.
Protective earth
Nepal has sockets with a protective earth (Types D and M) and without (Type C). A plug that fits mechanically does not guarantee earthing.
Quick check by home country
| From the UK | adapter for Types C, D and M | Check route → |
|---|---|---|
| From the US | adapter for Types C, D and M | Check route → |
Voltage and frequency in Nepal match UK appliances, so only the plug shape matters. Check your own device →
Common questions
Yes. UK plugs do not fit the sockets in Nepal.
Nepal uses Types C, D and M at 230 V and 50 Hz.
No. At 230 V the supply matches UK and European appliances.
If a socket gets hot, crackles or smells burnt, unplug the device straight away.
Data for Nepal from IEC World Plugs and IEC TR 60083. Sources and method →