Will my Iran plug work in Iceland?

Yes. Every Iran plug type (Type C, Type F) fits in Iceland sockets without an adapter.

What plug type does Iceland use?

Iceland uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.

Do I need a voltage converter for Iceland when travelling from Iran?

Iceland runs on 230V, the same as Iran. Any charger that works at home will work there.

Is the electrical frequency in Iceland the same as Iran?

Frequency in Iceland is 50Hz, the same as Iran.

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From Iran to Iceland

All plugs match

When travelling from Iran to Iceland: Good news: all your Iran plug types fit in Iceland. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

Iran

→

Iceland

Your plugs

Type C

Fits

Type F

Fits

Accepted in Iceland

Type C

Type F

2 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: C, F • Iceland: C, F

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You may not need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.

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About electricity in Iceland

Iceland is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets, the standard European setup.

Grid & history

Iceland’s electricity is essentially 100% renewable, about 70% hydropower and 30% geothermal. Cheap green power has attracted aluminium smelting and, more recently, data centres.

Availability

Excellent. Storm-related outages are rare even by Nordic standards.

Sockets & hotels

Type F (Schuko) is the standard. Type C plugs fit Schuko sockets.

Energy mix

Renewables100%

Hydropower ~70%, geothermal ~30%.

Practical tips

A European C/F adapter is all you need.
For Ring Road trips, a 12V car adapter is more useful than extra wall adapters.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Iran plug work in Iceland?: Yes. Every Iran plug type (Type C, Type F) fits in Iceland sockets without an adapter.
What plug type does Iceland use?: Iceland uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Iceland when travelling from Iran?: Iceland runs on 230V, the same as Iran. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in Iceland the same as Iran?: Frequency in Iceland is 50Hz, the same as Iran.