From Brazil to Vatican City
When travelling from Brazil to Vatican City: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Vatican City (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
Vatican CityYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Vatican City
Type C
Type F
Type L
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, N • Vatican City: C, F, L
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 Vatican City
Vatican City uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and L sockets, following the Italian standard.
Grid & history
The Vatican has its own electrical infrastructure within Italian standards; supplied via Rome's grid plus its own solar (a 2008 rooftop installation on the Paul VI Hall).
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Italian-style sockets accepting C, F, and L.
Energy mix
Supplied via Rome; Vatican rooftop solar contributes.
Practical tips
- Universal European adapter covering C/F/L is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.