From Panama to Romania
When travelling from Panama to Romania: None of your Panama plug types fit in Romania. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (120V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Panama
RomaniaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Romania
Type C
Type F
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Romania: C, F
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Romania
Romania is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, continental European standard.
Grid & history
Romania has a mixed generation profile, nuclear (Cernavodă), hydropower, coal, gas, and growing wind. Significant Black Sea wind potential is being developed.
Availability
Reliable in cities; rural Carpathian villages can see brief outages during storms.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Diverse mix.
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 Panama plug work in Romania?
- No. None of your Panama plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Romania sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Romania use?
- Romania uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Romania when travelling from Panama?
- Romania runs on 230V, while Panama uses 120V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Romania the same as Panama?
- Frequency in Romania is 50Hz, while Panama uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.