Iceland Travel Adapters
Type C & Type F • 230 volts • 50 Hz
Iceland is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic Ocean located between Europe and North America. The capital city is Reykjavik. Iceland is known for its dramatic landscapes that include volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, lava fields, and waterfalls, as well as its geothermal activity and northern lights.
Iceland uses mains electricity supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Wall outlets use Type C and Type F. Travelers from regions that use different plug types need a travel adapter for Type C or Type F; equipment that is not dual voltage requires an appropriate voltage converter.
What Plug Type Does Iceland Use?
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Adapter may also be spelled adaptor. Converter may be spelled convertor. Grounded may also be described as earthed.
Iceland uses Type C and Type F outlets nationwide. An adapter rated for Type F will also fit Type C sockets. Type F adapters are also known as Schuko style.
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Do I need a voltage converter for Iceland?
Only if your device isn't dual voltage. Most phones, laptops, and cameras are rated for 100–240V and only need a plug adapter for Iceland's outlets. High-wattage single-voltage appliances, like hair dryers, straighteners, or some CPAP machines, need a voltage converter, not just an adapter. Check the device label for its voltage rating before you travel.
Can I use my US phone charger in Iceland?
Most modern phone and laptop chargers are rated for 100–240V, so they work on Iceland's 230V supply without a separate converter. You'll still need a plug adapter, since the charger's US plug won't physically fit Iceland's outlets.
Are Iceland and US power outlets interchangeable?
No. Iceland uses Type C and Type F outlets and the US uses Type A/B. The plug shapes are different, and Iceland runs at 230V compared to 120V in the US, so a plug adapter alone is only safe for devices that already support both voltages.
Does Iceland use more than one plug type?
Yes. Iceland uses two plug types: Type C, a two round-pin Europlug, and Type F, a grounded Schuko-style plug with two earthing clips. An adapter rated for Type F will also fit Type C sockets, so either one will work throughout the country.
