From Barbados to Zambia
When travelling from Barbados to Zambia: None of your Barbados plug types fit in Zambia. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (115V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Barbados
ZambiaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Zambia
Type G
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Zambia: G
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 115V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Zambia
Zambia uses 230V/50Hz with Type G sockets.
Grid & history
Zambia is hydropower-dominated (Kariba shared with Zimbabwe, plus the Itezhi-Tezhi and Kafue Gorge plants). Drought reduces supply and forces load-shedding.
Availability
Reliable in Lusaka. Load-shedding is common during dry seasons.
Sockets & hotels
Type G is standard.
Energy mix
Hydropower-dominated.
Practical tips
- A Type G adapter is essential for any non-UK plug.
- Bring a power bank during dry-season load-shedding.