What Plug Adapter Do You Need in Morocco?
Quick answer
Morocco uses European-style Type C and Type E plugs (two round pins) at 220V, 50Hz. Travellers from the UK, US, Australia and elsewhere need a Europe/Morocco travel adapter; most phone and laptop chargers handle 220V automatically, so you rarely need a voltage converter.
It’s a small thing that can derail your first evening — arriving with a dead phone and the wrong plug. Morocco’s sockets are the standard continental-European type, so the fix is simple and cheap if you sort it before you go.
Here’s exactly what to pack, and the one thing to check on your appliances.
Plugs and voltage
Morocco uses Type C (two round pins) and Type E (two round pins with an earth pin) outlets — the same as France, Spain and much of Europe. The supply is 220V at 50Hz.
If you’re from Europe, your plugs already fit. From the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or most of Asia, you need a Europe-style travel adapter (sometimes labelled “Type C/E” or “EU”).
Do you need a voltage converter?
Usually no. Modern phone chargers, laptop bricks, camera chargers and most electronics are dual-voltage (check for “100–240V” printed on the plug or charger) and only need a plug-shape adapter.
Single-voltage 110V-only appliances — some North-American hair dryers, straighteners and shavers — can be damaged at 220V and would need a voltage converter, not just an adapter. The easiest fix is to use the dual-voltage travel versions or rely on what your riad/hotel provides.
Charging on the road
Bring a small power bank for long desert and Atlas days, camel treks and gorge hikes where sockets are scarce, and a multi-port USB charger so one adapter charges several devices. Desert camps often have limited or solar power and may only offer charging at set times.
Buy your adapter before you travel; airport and tourist-shop adapters are pricier and not always good quality.
Key takeaways
- Morocco = Type C/E plugs (two round pins), 220V/50Hz.
- UK/US/AU travellers need a Europe-style adapter.
- Most phone/laptop chargers are dual-voltage — no converter needed.
- Pack a power bank for the desert, Atlas and long drives.
Frequently asked questions
Does Morocco use the same plugs as Europe?
Yes — Type C and Type E (two round pins) at 220V/50Hz, the same as France and Spain. European plugs fit without an adapter.
Will my UK or US charger work in Morocco?
With a Europe-style plug adapter, yes for dual-voltage devices (phones, laptops, cameras — check for “100–240V”). Single-voltage 110V-only appliances also need a voltage converter.
Are there power cuts in Morocco?
Cities have reliable power. Remote desert camps and some rural areas have limited or solar electricity, so carry a power bank.
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