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- What plug sockets are used in Vietnam?
- Do us plugs work in Vietnam?
- What country has the safest plugs?
- How do you keep plugs from falling out of sockets?
- Can I charge my iPhone in Vietnam?
- Can you drink water in Vietnam?
- What should I avoid in Vietnam?
- Is it OK to wear shorts in Vietnam?
- What is the best currency to take to Vietnam?
- Why do British bathrooms not have sockets?
- Are UK and US plugs the same?
- Why are clove shaped plugs illegal?
What plug sockets are used in Vietnam?
For Vietnam there are three associated plug types, types A, C and F. Plug type A is the plug which has two flat parallel pins, plug type C is the plug with two round pins and plug type F has two round pins with two earth clips on the side. Vietnam operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
Do us plugs work in Vietnam?
Do US plugs work in Vietnam? No; because the voltage is 220 volts you need to bring a power converter for Vietnam if your device or appliance isn't dual voltage. We also suggest bringing all types of power adapters for Vietnam as US types A or B power outlets might not readily be found.
What country has the safest plugs?
The fuse and sturdy construction prove the British plug is very clearly the safest in the world. But it's better than that, because the sockets also feature shutters that prevent children from inserting paperclips and getting a nasty shock.
How do you keep plugs from falling out of sockets?
3 Answers
- If the outlet has two spots, use the lower spot; it usually provides better friction. ...
- For a loose plug that you don't put in and take out a lot (e.g. the plug for a table lamp), try bending the prongs of the plug slightly apart.
Can I charge my iPhone in Vietnam?
Using a USB 30-pin connector and a Type C power charger to power your iPhone from a Vietnamese power outlet. To supply power to the iPhone using a Vietnamese power outlet you will need to buy a Type C USB power adapter and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable, Apple normally include the USB cable with your iPhone.
Can you drink water in Vietnam?
In Vietnam, avoid tap water as much as possible and only drink bottled water. Generally, even locals will avoid tap water and will drink boiled or filtered water at home. Bottled water is almost always available for sale at any local restaurants, hotels and convenience stores.
What should I avoid in Vietnam?
11 Things You Shouldn't Eat or Drink in Vietnam
- Tap water. Might as well start with the obvious one. ...
- Strange meat. We don't mean street meat, as street food in Vietnam is amazing. ...
- Roadside coffee. It's no secret in Vietnam that many cheaper coffee places aren't serving you just coffee. ...
- Uncooked vegetables. ...
- Raw blood pudding. ...
- Cold soups. ...
- Dog meat. ...
- Milk.
Is it OK to wear shorts in Vietnam?
Vietnam is a conservative country, so it's important to dress conservatively while traveling around the country. The dress code is a little more relaxed in major cities, but don't wear short-shorts, low-cut tops or revealling dresses to the local fish market.
What is the best currency to take to Vietnam?
Vietnamese Dong or US Dollar, which is the best currency to use in Vietnam? Most payments are made with Vietnamese Dong, but US dollars can be directly used for some hotels, restaurants, tours, or other services. You may see the prices for food, drinks, and souvenirs in Ho Chi Minh City's airport are all in US dollars.
Why do British bathrooms not have sockets?
Because the rules about domestic power in the UK are some of the safest in the world (partly because we use 240V which has a higher risk of death) and having power outlets in a bathroom, particularly on an earthed system like the UK uses, is very risky, as people will plug things in which shouldn't be used when wet; ...
Are UK and US plugs the same?
In the United States of America the standard voltage is 120 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. The voltage in the United States of America (120 V) is less than in the United Kingdom (230 V). You need a voltage converter.
Why are clove shaped plugs illegal?
The use of unfused plugs is a fire risk in the UK because we rely on the fuse in the plug to provide protection to the flexible cord.
