How Does Electricity & Plugs Work in Hungary?
Last verified: 2025-06 · Europe
1The Quick Answer
Hungary uses Type C and Type F (Schuko) plugs at 230V/50Hz — the same standard as most of continental Europe.
2What You Need to Know
Hungarian wall sockets use the round two-pin Type C and the grounded Type F (Schuko) format, operating at 230 volts and 50Hz. This is the standard across most of the EU and continental Europe, so visitors from France, Germany, Italy, and most EU countries will not need an adapter. UK visitors need a Type G to Type C/F adapter. US, Canadian, and Japanese visitors need both a plug adapter and a voltage converter for devices not rated for 230V (most modern electronics and phone chargers are dual-voltage — check the label).
3Practical Tips
Practical Tips
- 1Check your device charger label — if it says '100-240V', it is dual-voltage and you only need a plug adapter, not a converter.
- 2Universal travel adapters covering Type C/F are inexpensive and available at Budapest airport and electronics shops in the city centre.
- 3Hotels in Budapest commonly provide European-standard sockets; UK-style adaptors are less often provided, so bring your own.
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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