Cyprus Power Plugs, Wall Sockets & Electrical Outlets
In Cyprus, power plugs and sockets (electrical outlets) of Type G (BS 1363, three rectangular pins in triangular pattern, grounded) are used. Wall sockets run at 230V and 50Hz. Check if you need a travel adapter, electrical adapter or voltage converter before travelling to Cyprus.
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Understanding Cyprus's Power Plugs and Sockets
A Cyprus power plug follows the British standard, meaning anyone arriving from outside the UK-plug family of countries will need to plan ahead before plugging in electronics. Cyprus runs on a 230V, 50Hz electrical supply, and every wall socket across the island is designed to accept the three-pin BS 1363 plug top rather than the two-pin round-pin styles common in mainland Europe. This shared standard exists because Cyprus's electrical infrastructure was developed under British administration, and the country has retained the Type G system ever since.
The Type G plug is easily recognised by its three rectangular pins arranged in a triangular pattern, with a longer earth pin at the top and two shorter live and neutral pins below. This design is valued for its safety features, including an internal fuse and protective socket shutters that only open when the earth pin is inserted first.
Where to Buy a Travel Adapter for Cyprus
A travel adaptor for Cyprus is easy to find both before and after you arrive. Airports, electronics retailers, and larger supermarkets in the UK, Ireland, and other Type G countries typically stock universal travel adapters that reshape a foreign plug to fit Cyprus's three-pin sockets. If you forget to pack one, shops in Cyprus's tourist resorts, pharmacies, and larger supermarkets often sell adapters aimed at visitors arriving from continental Europe, North America, and Asia.
Is a Voltage Converter Necessary?
For most travellers, a voltage converter is not necessary in Cyprus. Since the country operates on the same 230V, 50Hz supply used across the UK and most of Europe, visitors from these regions only need a simple plug adapter rather than a device that changes the voltage itself. Travellers from countries running on 100-127V systems, such as the United States, should check whether their appliances are dual-voltage before relying solely on an adapter.
What Plug Type Does Cyprus Use?
Cyprus uses the Type G plug exclusively, matching the British BS 1363 standard. Every socket on the island is built to accept the three rectangular pins of this plug, with the earth pin measuring 3.18x7.92mm and the live and neutral pins measuring 6.35x3.18mm each. These grounded, 13A-rated sockets are standard in homes, hotels, and businesses throughout Cyprus.
- Plug type: Type G (BS 1363)
- Voltage: 230V
- Frequency: 50Hz
- Pin configuration: Three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern
- Rating: 13A, grounded
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if your home country doesn't use Type G plugs, you'll need a travel adaptor to fit Cyprus's three-pin sockets. The UK, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and UAE already use Type G, so travellers from these countries don't need an adapter. Everyone else should bring or buy one before plugging in devices.
Yes, phone chargers are almost universally designed to handle a range of voltages, so Cyprus's 230V, 50Hz supply won't require a voltage converter. You'll only need a plug adapter to physically fit your charger into the Type G wall socket.
Yes, Cyprus's Type G sockets are grounded, with the earth pin making contact before the live and neutral pins for added safety. This is a key safety feature of the BS 1363 standard used throughout the country.
Cyprus operates on a 230V supply at 50Hz, consistent with most of Europe. Devices designed for 220-240V systems will work without issue, while those built for 100-127V systems will need a voltage converter.
