From Burkina Faso to Hungary
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Hungary: Some of your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Hungary (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Burkina Faso
HungaryYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Hungary
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Hungary: C, F
No fit for: E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Hungary
Hungary uses 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
The Paks nuclear plant provides about half of Hungarian electricity. Imports (mostly via Ukraine and Slovakia historically; now more diverse) and growing solar make up most of the rest.
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard. Type C plugs fit.
Energy mix
Paks expansion underway.
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Hungary?
- Partly. Some of your Burkina Faso plug types (Type C) fit Hungary sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Hungary use?
- Hungary uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Hungary when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Hungary runs on 230V, the same as Burkina Faso. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Hungary the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Hungary is 50Hz, the same as Burkina Faso.