Europe & UK Power Guide for Travelers
Verified electrical standards for travelers visiting the European Union and the United Kingdom.
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Primary Plugs
Type C & G
Type C (Europlug)
Two round pins. Standard across most of Continental Europe. Fits Type E and F outlets as well.
Type G (UK Standard)
Three large rectangular pins. Standard in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, and Cyprus.
⚠️ High Voltage Risk
Europe uses **230V**, which is nearly double the North American standard. **Do not** plug in US-only devices (110V) like hair straighteners without a heavy-duty transformer, or they may smoke and catch fire.