From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Austria
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Austria: Some of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Austria (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
AustriaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Austria
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Austria: C, F
No fit for: E
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 Austria
Austria runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets, same as Germany.
Grid & history
Austria has no nuclear (a 1978 referendum rejected it). Hydropower from Alpine reservoirs provides the majority of generation, with wind and gas filling the rest.
Availability
Excellent. Alpine valley villages can see brief storm-related outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is universal. Type C plugs fit without an adapter.
Energy mix
Hydro is the backbone.
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- ÖBB trains have power sockets in second and first class on most intercity routes.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Austria?
- Partly. Some of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types (Type C) fit Austria sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Austria use?
- Austria uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Austria when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Austria runs on 230V, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Austria the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Austria is 50Hz, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast).