From French Polynesia to Greenland
When travelling from French Polynesia to Greenland: Some of your French Polynesia plug types fit in Greenland (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
French Polynesia
GreenlandYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Greenland
Type C
Type F
Type K
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Greenland: C, F, K
No fit for: E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
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.