Spain: Plugs & Sockets - Do I need a travel adapter to charge my devices from Denmark?
⚠️ You need a travel adapter.
⚠️ You might need a voltage converter.
⚠️ Be extra careful because of the difference in frequency.
Country
Voltage
230
230
Frequency
50
50
Plugs & Sockets
❌
✔
Adapter needed
- - 220 – 240 V
- 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A
- 2 pins
- Not grounded
- Compatible with sockets Type C, E, F, L and J
C
❌
✔
Adapter needed
- - 220 – 240 V
- 16 A
- 2 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with sockets Type E, F, K and O
E
❌
✔
Adapter needed
- - 220 – 240 V
- 16 A
- 2 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with sockets Type F, K and O
F
❌
✔
Adapter needed
- - 220 – 240 V
- 16 A
- 3 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with sockets Type K
K
- - 220 – 240 V
- 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A
- 2 pins
- Not grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type C
C
- - 220 – 240 V
- 16 A
- 2 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type C, E and F
F
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FAQ
What power sockets are used in Spain?
Spain uses sockets (=outlets) Type C and F. Plug Type C is rated for 220-240V and 2.5A/10A/16A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded
What power plugs are used in Denmark?
Denmark uses sockets (=outlets) Type C, E, F and K. Plug Type C is rated for 220-240V and 2.5A/10A/16A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded. Plug Type E is rated for 220-240V and 16A, featuring two pins and is grounded.. Plug Type F is rated for 220-240V and 16A, featuring two pins and is grounded.. Plug Type K is rated for 220-240V and 16A, featuring three pins and is grounded.
Are plugs from Denmark and Spain the same?
Some of the plugs from Denmark are not compatible with plugs from Spain. You will not be able to use plugs Type K with the available sockets Type C and Fin Spain.
Do I need a plug adapter in Spain?
You will need a travel adapter for plugs Type K from Denmark when traveling to Spain.
What kind of travel adapter do I need for Spain?
When traveling to Spain you need the right travel adapter to ensure that your electronic devices can be used without any issues. The adapter needs to be compatible with plug Types C and F commonly used in Spain. We recommend getting a universal travel adapter that fits multiple sockets. Especially, if you travel frequently.
Will my phone charge in Spain?
If your phone charger is rated for 100-240 V (which is common for many modern devices), it will work in Spain without needing a voltage converter. However, you need a plug adapter since chargers from Denmark won't fit sockets Type C and F.
Will my laptop charge in Spain?
Most laptop chargers are designed to handle a range of input voltages (typically 100-240 volts) which makes them compatible with the voltage in Spain. However, you will need a plug adapter to fit Type C and F sockets.
What is the voltage in Denmark vs Spain?
The standard voltage in Spain is 230 V, whereas in Denmark the voltage supply is 230 V.
Can I use 230 V in Spain?
Yes, the standard voltage in Spain is 230 V as well. This means that the electrical voltage requirements for devices should be identical, allowing you to use all of your electronic devices seamlessly when traveling between Spain and Denmark.
What is the frequency in Denmark vs Spain?
The standard frequency in Spain is 50 Hz, whereas in Denmark the fequency supply is 50 Hz.
Can I use 50 Hz in Spain?
Yes, the standard frequency in Spain is 50 Hz as well. This should allow you to use your electronic devices when traveling between Spain and Denmark.
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