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United Arab Emirates
Electrical outlets and plug types

Travelers from Germany need a power plug adapter but no voltage converter in United Arab Emirates.

Country of residence

Your destination
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz
from🇩🇪 Germany
to🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type DPlug type D
D
Outlet type GPlug type G
G

In United Arab Emirates, they use power outlets and plugs of type C, type D and type G. The voltage is 220 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Travel adapter neededYou will need an adapter for type C, D and G power outlets in United Arab Emirates

Do power plugs from Germany fit into United Arab Emirates outlets?

In United Arab Emirates, type C, D and G power outlets are used, while in Germany, you use plugs C and F. If you're traveling to United Arab Emirates, you'll need a power adapter for types C, D and G, as your power plugs won't fit the sockets there.

sockets from🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
plugs from🇩🇪 Germany
Outlet type C
C
Plug type compatiblePlug type C
C
Plug type not compatiblePlug type F
F
Socket type not compatible

Your plug F does not match outlet type C.

Outlet type D
D
Plug type not compatiblePlug type C
C
Plug type not compatiblePlug type F
F
Socket type not compatible

Your plugs C and F do not match outlet type D.

Outlet type G
G
Plug type not compatiblePlug type C
C
Plug type not compatiblePlug type F
F
Socket type not compatible

Your plugs C and F do not match outlet type G.

Power plug F works with type C outlets, though it doesn’t have grounding support.Power plug F works with type C outlets, though it doesn’t have grounding support.

Power adapter for United Arab Emirates needed?

Since you'll need a travel adapter for United Arab Emirates when coming from Germany, we suggest opting for a universal power adapter that works in many countries and will also prepare you for future trips.

We recommend getting a universal travel (plug) adapter that covers the most popular countries.
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Make sure to get a power adapter for outlets of type C, D and G. If you often go abroad, consider getting an all-in-one adapter (most adapters even have additional charging ports for USB-A and USB-C).

Do I need a voltage converter for United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates' voltage level of 220 V is quite similar to the 230 V system used in Germany. These slight differences are usually considered by manufacturers.

Origin🇩🇪 Germany
Destination🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Frequency
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz
There is no need for a voltage converter in United Arab Emirates, when traveling from Germany.

To confirm, check if your devices require a voltage converter by looking at the 'INPUT' label, typically found on the power adapter or charger. If the label shows "INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz," the device is built to handle different voltage and frequency ranges, meaning you’ll only need a plug adapter for the outlets in United Arab Emirates. This is typical for devices such as notebooks, smartphones, digital cameras, and also for tablets, e-readers, and some battery chargers.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use my German hair dryer in United Arab Emirates?

Yes, since Germany and United Arab Emirates use similar voltages (230 V and 220 V) and the same frequency (50 Hz), you can use your German hair dryer in United Arab Emirates without needing a voltage converter.

Can I use my German laptop or smartphone in United Arab Emirates?

Yes, you can use your laptop or smartphone in United Arab Emirates without any issues, as the voltages are similar (230 V and 220 V) and the frequency the same in both countries (50 Hz).

Can I use my German curling iron or hair straightener in United Arab Emirates?

Yes, your German curling iron or flat iron will work in United Arab Emirates without needing a voltage converter, since the voltages used in both countries are similar (230 V and 220 V) and the frequency the same (50 Hz).

If I live in Germany, do I need a power plug adapter in United Arab Emirates?

Yes, when traveling from Germany, you will need a power adapter for type C, D and G power outlets in United Arab Emirates.

Do I need a voltage converter for United Arab Emirates when traveling from Germany?

No, you do not need a voltage converter since the voltages used in Germany and United Arab Emirates are compatible (230 V and 220 V) and the frequency is the same (50 Hz).

Traveling to more countries?

See if your power plugs from Germany fit into the sockets of other destinations and whether you need a voltage converter.

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