From South Korea to Albania
When travelling from South Korea to Albania: Good news: all your South Korea plug types fit in Albania. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
South Korea
AlbaniaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Albania
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Albania: C, F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Albania
Albania uses 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Albania’s electricity is almost entirely hydropower (the Drin cascade), which makes the country very clean but vulnerable in dry years. Imports rise sharply during drought.
Availability
Reliable in cities. Drought years can stress supply.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates, vulnerable to drought.
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my South Korea plug work in Albania?
- Yes. Every South Korea plug type (Type C, Type F) fits in Albania sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Albania use?
- Albania uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Albania when travelling from South Korea?
- Albania runs on 230V, the same as South Korea. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Albania the same as South Korea?
- Frequency in Albania is 50Hz, while South Korea uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.