France: Plugs & Sockets - Do I need a travel adapter to charge my devices from North Korea?
⚠️ You need a travel adapter.
⚠️ You might need a voltage converter.
⚠️ Be extra careful because of the difference in frequency.
Country
Voltage
220
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 F, K and O
F
- - 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 and E
E
You need
FAQ
What power sockets are used in France?
France uses sockets (=outlets) Type C and E. 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.
What power plugs are used in North Korea?
North Korea 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. Plug Type F is rated for 220-240V and 16A, featuring two pins and is grounded.
Are plugs from North Korea and France the same?
Some of the plugs from North Korea are not compatible with plugs from France. You will not be able to use plugs Type F with the available sockets Type C and Ein France.
Do I need a plug adapter in France?
You will need a travel adapter for plugs Type F from North Korea when traveling to France.
What kind of travel adapter do I need for France?
When traveling to France 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 E commonly used in France. We recommend getting a universal travel adapter that fits multiple sockets. Especially, if you travel frequently.
Will my phone charge in France?
If your phone charger is rated for 100-240 V (which is common for many modern devices), it will work in France without needing a voltage converter. However, you need a plug adapter since chargers from North Korea won't fit sockets Type C and E.
Will my laptop charge in France?
Most laptop chargers are designed to handle a range of input voltages (typically 100-240 volts) which makes them compatible with the voltage in France. However, you will need a plug adapter to fit Type C and E sockets.
What is the voltage in North Korea vs France?
The standard voltage in France is 230 V, whereas in North Korea the voltage supply is 220 V.
Can I use 220 V in France?
The standard voltage in France is 230 V, whereas in North Korea the voltage supply is 220 V. This means that the electrical voltage requirements for devices are more or less the same. Therefore you should be able to use all of your electronic devices when traveling between France and North Korea.
What is the frequency in North Korea vs France?
The standard frequency in France is 50 Hz, whereas in North Korea the fequency supply is 50 Hz.
Can I use 50 Hz in France?
Yes, the standard frequency in France is 50 Hz as well. This should allow you to use your electronic devices when traveling between France and North Korea.
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