How Does Electricity & Plugs Work in Greece?
Last verified: 2025-06 · Europe
1The Quick Answer
Greece uses Type C/F (Schuko) plugs at 230V/50Hz — British visitors need an adapter and American visitors need both an adapter and voltage converter.
2What You Need to Know
Greece uses the standard European plug system: Type C (two round pins) and Type F (Schuko, two round pins with grounding clips). The voltage is 230V at 50Hz, the same as the rest of continental Europe and compatible with most modern electronics. UK visitors need a UK-to-EU adapter. American and Canadian visitors need both a plug adapter and a voltage converter for devices not rated for 110–240V (check your device label — most modern chargers and laptops are dual-voltage).
3Practical Tips
Practical Tips
- 1Most modern phone chargers, laptop power bricks, and camera chargers are dual-voltage (100–240V) — check the label and you may only need a plug adapter.
- 2Pick up a universal travel adapter before departure — they are available at airports but cheaper bought at home.
- 3Greek hotels sometimes have USB charging ports built into the bedside unit, saving the need for a plug adapter for small devices.
How does this compare?
Electricity & Plugs rules in nearby and similar countries:
Germany uses Type C and Type F (Schuko) plugs at 230V/50Hz — the same standard as most of continental Europe.
The UK uses Type G (3-pin square) plugs at 230V/50Hz — virtually all visitors except those from Ireland need an adapter.
France uses Type E plugs at 230V/50Hz — UK and US visitors need a plug adapter, though a standard European travel adapter covers French sockets.
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