From French Polynesia to North Korea
When travelling from French Polynesia to North Korea: Some of your French Polynesia plug types fit in North Korea (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
North KoreaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in North Korea
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • North Korea: C, F
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 North Korea
North Korea runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
North Korea’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities have generally reliable supply; rural electrification is uneven and outages are not unusual.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and F plugs (commonly written C/F). Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter covers every socket you’ll see.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.