From Israel to North Korea
When travelling from Israel to North Korea: Some of your Israel plug types fit in North Korea (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.
Israel
North KoreaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type H
No fit
Accepted in North Korea
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, H • North Korea: C, F
No fit for: H
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 North Korea
North Korea runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
North Korea’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities have generally reliable supply; rural electrification is uneven and outages are not unusual.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and F plugs (commonly written C/F). Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter covers every socket you’ll see.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Israel plug work in North Korea?
- Partly. Some of your Israel plug types (Type C) fit North Korea sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does North Korea use?
- North Korea uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for North Korea when travelling from Israel?
- North Korea runs on 230V, the same as Israel. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in North Korea the same as Israel?
- Frequency in North Korea is 50Hz, the same as Israel.