From Brazil to Iceland
When travelling from Brazil to Iceland: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Iceland (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (127V / 220V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Brazil
IcelandYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Iceland
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, N • Iceland: C, F
No fit for: N
Voltage: 127V / 220V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Iceland
Iceland is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets, the standard European setup.
Grid & history
Iceland’s electricity is essentially 100% renewable, about 70% hydropower and 30% geothermal. Cheap green power has attracted aluminium smelting and, more recently, data centres.
Availability
Excellent. Storm-related outages are rare even by Nordic standards.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard. Type C plugs fit Schuko sockets.
Energy mix
Hydropower ~70%, geothermal ~30%.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter is all you need.
- For Ring Road trips, a 12V car adapter is more useful than extra wall adapters.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Brazil plug work in Iceland?
- Partly. Some of your Brazil plug types (Type C) fit Iceland sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Iceland use?
- Iceland uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Iceland when travelling from Brazil?
- Iceland runs on 230V, while Brazil uses 127V / 220V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Iceland the same as Brazil?
- Frequency in Iceland is 50Hz, while Brazil uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.