From Netherlands to Svalbard and Jan Mayen
When travelling from Netherlands to Svalbard and Jan Mayen: Good news: all your Netherlands plug types fit in Svalbard and Jan Mayen. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Netherlands
Svalbard and Jan MayenYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Svalbard and Jan Mayen: C, F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Svalbard and Jan Mayen uses 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets. Norwegian standards.
Grid & history
Longyearbyen runs on the only remaining coal plant in the high Arctic (planned for closure); other settlements use diesel and growing renewables.
Availability
Reliable in Longyearbyen and Barentsburg.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Coal still primary in Longyearbyen.
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.