Power Plugs in Malta: UK Type G (BS 1363) — No Continental Plug Needed

No, you do NOT need a "continental" (Type C/E/F, 2-pin round) plug adapter for Malta.

Malta uses the **British Standard BS 1363 (Type G)** — the **3-pin rectangular blade** plug (230V, 50Hz), **identical to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Cyprus, Gibraltar, and many former British territories.**

What You Need

• From UK/Ireland/Cyprus/Gibraltar: **Nothing.** Plugs fit directly.
• From EU (Type C/E/F - Schuko/Europlug): **You NEED a Type G adapter.** (Or replace plug).
• From US/Canada/Japan (Type A/B - 110V): **You NEED a Type G adapter + VOLTAGE CONVERTER** (unless device is 100-240V dual voltage — check charger label).
• From Australia/China (Type I): **Type G adapter needed.**

Buying Adapters

• **Airport (LUQA), supermarkets (Lidl, Aldi, Pavi, Scotts), hardware stores (PAVI, Homebase), pharmacies, petrol stations.** ~€3–€8.
• **Universal travel adapter** (covers Type G + others) — best for multi-destination trips.

Voltage Check

Malta = **230V / 50Hz**.

• Dual Voltage (100-240V): Phone, laptop, camera, tablet chargers, most modern electronics. **Adapter ONLY.**
• Single Voltage (110-120V): US hair dryers, curling irons, some kitchen appliances. **Converter REQUIRED** (or buy local 230V version).

Summary: Malta = **UK Plug (Type G)**. Not Continental. Pack accordingly.