From South Korea to Greenland
When travelling from South Korea to Greenland: Good news: all your South Korea plug types fit in Greenland. 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
GreenlandYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Greenland
Type C
Type F
Type K
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Greenland: C, F, K
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 Greenland
Greenland is 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and K sockets. Danish standards.
Grid & history
Nukissiorfiit supplies isolated grids on each settlement. Hydropower at Buksefjord (near Nuuk) and other plants now provides most electricity; diesel covers the smaller settlements.
Availability
Reliable in Nuuk and major towns.
Sockets & hotels
Mix of European Type F and Danish Type K sockets.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates where available.
Practical tips
- European C/F adapter works for most modern outlets.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my South Korea plug work in Greenland?
- Yes. Every South Korea plug type (Type C, Type F) fits in Greenland sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Greenland use?
- Greenland uses Type C, Type F, Type K. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Greenland when travelling from South Korea?
- Greenland runs on 230V, the same as South Korea. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Greenland the same as South Korea?
- Frequency in Greenland is 50Hz, while South Korea uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.