From Canada to Russia
When travelling from Canada to Russia: None of your Canada plug types fit in Russia. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (120V → 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.
Canada
RussiaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Russia
Type C
Type F
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Russia: C, F
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 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 Russia
Russia runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Russia operates one of the world’s largest power systems, dominated by natural gas, nuclear (Rosatom is a major exporter of reactor technology), and Siberian hydropower.
Availability
Reliable in Moscow and St Petersburg. Rural Siberia and the Far East can see longer outages, especially in winter.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the modern standard. Older Soviet-era buildings sometimes have ungrounded Type C sockets that still accept C and F plugs.
Energy mix
Gas dominates; hydro and nuclear significant.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is 230V. Modern chargers handle it.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Canada plug work in Russia?
- No. None of your Canada plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Russia sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Russia use?
- Russia uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Russia when travelling from Canada?
- Russia runs on 230V, while Canada uses 120V. 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 Russia the same as Canada?
- Frequency in Russia is 50Hz, while Canada uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.