From Saint Barthélemy to Romania
When travelling from Saint Barthélemy to Romania: Some of your Saint Barthélemy plug types fit in Romania (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Barthélemy
RomaniaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Romania
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Romania: C, F
No fit for: E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Romania
Romania is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, continental European standard.
Grid & history
Romania has a mixed generation profile, nuclear (Cernavodă), hydropower, coal, gas, and growing wind. Significant Black Sea wind potential is being developed.
Availability
Reliable in cities; rural Carpathian villages can see brief outages during storms.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Diverse mix.
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 Saint Barthélemy plug work in Romania?
- Partly. Some of your Saint Barthélemy plug types (Type C) fit Romania sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Romania use?
- Romania uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Romania when travelling from Saint Barthélemy?
- Romania runs on 230V, the same as Saint Barthélemy. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Romania the same as Saint Barthélemy?
- Frequency in Romania is 50Hz, while Saint Barthélemy uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.