From Fiji to Uruguay
When travelling from Fiji to Uruguay: None of your Fiji plug types fit in Uruguay. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Fiji
UruguayYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Uruguay
Type C
Type F
Type L
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Uruguay: C, F, L
No fit for: I
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
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 Uruguay
Uruguay runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and L sockets.
Grid & history
Uruguay achieved one of the world’s most ambitious renewable transitions, wind, solar, biomass, and hydropower now generate more than 95% of electricity. The country exports surplus to Argentina and Brazil.
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Type F and Type L (Italian) coexist; Type C Europlugs fit both.
Energy mix
Wind + hydro dominate; near-100% renewable.
Practical tips
- A European C/F/L universal adapter is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Fiji plug work in Uruguay?
- No. None of your Fiji plugs (Type I) fit in Uruguay sockets (Type C, Type F, Type L), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Uruguay use?
- Uruguay uses Type C, Type F, Type L. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Uruguay when travelling from Fiji?
- Uruguay runs on 230V, while Fiji uses 240V. 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 Uruguay the same as Fiji?
- Frequency in Uruguay is 50Hz, the same as Fiji.