What power adaptor do I need in Bali?

Bringing the right power adaptor for Bali is an essential part of your trip planning! If you’ve ever landed in Bali with a suitcase full of cameras, laptops, hair tools and chargers, only to realise your plugs don’t fit the wall sockets — you’re not alone. It’s one of those small travel details that’s easy to forget, yet quietly essential to a smooth stay. Whether you’re here for a surf escape, a design retreat at BI Design House, a family holiday, or a long tropical workcation, knowing which power adaptors you need in Bali will save you a lot of unnecessary stress.

Bali, like the rest of Indonesia, uses Type C and Type F power sockets. These are the same two-pin round plugs commonly used throughout Europe. Type C is the classic Europlug with two round pins, while Type F has two round pins with grounding clips on the side. Most modern hotels, villas and cafés in Bali accept both types — and many will even accommodate a variety of international plugs — but it’s always best to come prepared. Rooms a BI Design House include local and international plugs for your convenience.

The standard voltage in Bali is 230V with a frequency of 50Hz, which is compatible with most European, Australian and Asian electronics. If you’re travelling from the UK, Europe, Australia or most parts of Asia, your devices should work perfectly fine with a simple plug adaptor. If you’re coming from the US, check your device labels carefully. Indonesia runs on 230V, while the US uses 120V, which means not all American devices are automatically compatible. The good news is that most modern electronics — laptops, phone chargers, camera batteries, tablets and power banks — are dual-voltage and will work perfectly with just a plug adaptor. Simply check the small print on your charger; if it says something like “Input: 100–240V”, you’re good to go!

If you forget your adaptor, don’t panic. They’re easy to find in Bali. Mini-marts, electronics stores, airport shops and many convenience stores sell plug adaptors at very affordable prices. You can also ask at your hotel or villa — many keep spare adaptors on hand for guests.

If you’re travelling with multiple devices, a multi-port power adaptor or power strip is a game changer, even better if it includes USB charging points too. With limited sockets in some villas and guesthouses, having one adaptor that can charge your phone, laptop, camera and headphones at the same time is worth its weight in gold. Make sure you bring one with a built-in surge protector.

A power adaptor may not be the most glamorous travel accessor, but it’s one of the most important. With the right plug in your bag, you’ll be free to focus on what really matters: long beach days, misty jungle mornings, beautiful spaces, and the slow, easy rhythm that makes Bali feel like home.