From Macau to Vatican City
When travelling from Macau to Vatican City: None of your Macau plug types fit in Vatican City. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Macau
Vatican CityYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Vatican City
Type C
Type F
Type L
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Vatican City: C, F, L
No fit for: G
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 Vatican City
Vatican City uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and L sockets, following the Italian standard.
Grid & history
The Vatican has its own electrical infrastructure within Italian standards; supplied via Rome's grid plus its own solar (a 2008 rooftop installation on the Paul VI Hall).
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Italian-style sockets accepting C, F, and L.
Energy mix
Supplied via Rome; Vatican rooftop solar contributes.
Practical tips
- Universal European adapter covering C/F/L is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Macau plug work in Vatican City?
- No. None of your Macau plugs (Type G) fit in Vatican City sockets (Type C, Type F, Type L), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Vatican City use?
- Vatican City uses Type C, Type F, Type L. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Vatican City when travelling from Macau?
- Vatican City runs on 230V, the same as Macau. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Vatican City the same as Macau?
- Frequency in Vatican City is 50Hz, the same as Macau.