Thailand adapters - What adapter do I need for Thailand?

Power adapters for Thailand

When organizing a vacation it can often be helpful to know if you can charge your common gadgets like mobile phones and tablets when you're there. By not knowing which wall socket is being used you are likely to bring the wrong charger, therefore leaving you needing to purchase a suitable adaptor when you're there. Varying different standards and voltages can often cause confusion when planning to stay in a different country, especially if you've never visited before. With only a handful of different types of standards being used throughout the world this guide shows exactly what you'll need in advance to charge your device in Thailand. This page has links to useful instructions telling you exactly which power adapters you'll need to supply power to your devices when going to Thailand by using their Type B, A or C Thai 220 volt 50Hz wall outlets, you will find most Thai use Type B power outlets. You'll find power is different depending on which country you are travelling to so we recommend reading the power adapters page for a complete list of countries.

What is the best power adapter for Thailand?

The best power adapter for Thailand will be a Type B plug adapter which will allow you to use any 220 volt appliance or device. [2] [AD]

What does a power adapter do?

A power adapter allows a visitor travelling from another country to use electronic appliances and devices in Thailand by altering the shape of the power plug.

Can a power adapter change the voltage in Thailand?

A power adapter only adapts the shape of a plug to fit into a 220 volt Thai power outlet and can't convert to a different voltage. Should you need to safely use any 100, 110 or 120 volt appliance then you will also need to bring a step down power converter for Thailand along with the right adapter.

Where to buy a power adapter for Thailand in the UK

Thailand to UK power adapters will most likely be available to buy in the UK from airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Stansted, Luton, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Birmingham prior to departure, however the range of adapters might be limited to popular destinations. It is recommended to research the exact type of adapter required prior to shopping at the airport. Look in the travel accessories section of airport newsagents, electronic stores and pharmacists such as WH Smith, Dixons or Boots but expect to pay 50% more than regular prices.

It will be more convenient and cheaper to buy the correct power adapter in advance of your trip. UK high street electrical shops, newsagents and chemists such as Currys PC World, WH Smith or Boots normally typically only sell popular types of travel adapters covering a limited number of countries however for widest choice it is recommended to buy a power adapter online. In January 2019 we checked 2 high street branches of WH Smiths without seeing any power adapters available to purchase and 1 branch of Boots only had a pack of European adapters available.