From Cocos (Keeling) Islands to Greenland
When travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands to Greenland: None of your Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug types fit in Greenland. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
GreenlandYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Greenland
Type C
Type F
Type K
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Greenland: C, F, K
No fit for: I
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 Greenland
Greenland is 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and K sockets. Danish standards.
Grid & history
Nukissiorfiit supplies isolated grids on each settlement. Hydropower at Buksefjord (near Nuuk) and other plants now provides most electricity; diesel covers the smaller settlements.
Availability
Reliable in Nuuk and major towns.
Sockets & hotels
Mix of European Type F and Danish Type K sockets.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates where available.
Practical tips
- European C/F adapter works for most modern outlets.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug work in Greenland?
- No. None of your Cocos (Keeling) Islands plugs (Type I) fit in Greenland sockets (Type C, Type F, Type K), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Greenland use?
- Greenland uses Type C, Type F, Type K. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Greenland when travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Greenland runs on 230V, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Greenland the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Frequency in Greenland is 50Hz, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands.