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Hungary plug type and voltage

Quick answer

Hungary uses Types C and F plugs, 230V at 50Hz. Travelling from the UK you need a plug adapter. Phone and laptop chargers are usually rated 100-240V, so they only need the right plug.

Plug typeTypes C and F
Type Ctwo round pins (Europlug)
Type Ftwo round pins with side earth clips (Schuko)
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz

Adapter or converter for Hungary?

Travelling fromHome plugAdapterVoltage converter
United KingdomType G, 230VNeededNot needed
United StatesTypes A and B, 120VNeededNeeded for single-voltage appliances
IndiaTypes C, D and M, 230VNot needed for Type CNot needed
United Arab EmiratesType G, 230VNeededNot needed
AustraliaType I, 230VNeededNot needed
CanadaTypes A and B, 120VNeededNeeded for single-voltage appliances

Source: Mains electricity by country (IEC plug letters), checked 2026-10-16. Hotels may also have other sockets.

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Questions

What plug type is used in Hungary?

Types C and F: Type C has two round pins (Europlug); Type F has two round pins with side earth clips (Schuko).

What is the voltage in Hungary?

230V at 50Hz.

Do I need an adapter for Hungary from United Kingdom?

Yes. United Kingdom uses Type G and Hungary uses Types C and F, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Hungary from United States?

Yes. United States uses Types A and B and Hungary uses Types C and F, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Hungary from India?

Not always. Both use Type C, so India plugs of that type fit.

Do I need an adapter for Hungary from United Arab Emirates?

Yes. United Arab Emirates uses Type G and Hungary uses Types C and F, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Hungary from Australia?

Yes. Australia uses Type I and Hungary uses Types C and F, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Hungary from Canada?

Yes. Canada uses Types A and B and Hungary uses Types C and F, so you need an adapter.

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