From Philippines to Bosnia and Herzegovina
When travelling from Philippines to Bosnia and Herzegovina: Some of your Philippines plug types fit in Bosnia and Herzegovina (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.
Philippines
Bosnia and HerzegovinaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type C
Fits
Accepted in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Type C
Type F
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C • Bosnia and Herzegovina: C, F
No fit for: A, B
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 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
BiH is a net electricity exporter in normal years, its mix is roughly half hydropower (along the Drina, Neretva, and Trebišnjica), half coal.
Availability
Reliable in cities; rural mountain areas can see brief outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy 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 Philippines plug work in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
- Partly. Some of your Philippines plug types (Type C) fit Bosnia and Herzegovina sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Bosnia and Herzegovina use?
- Bosnia and Herzegovina uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Bosnia and Herzegovina when travelling from Philippines?
- Bosnia and Herzegovina runs on 230V, the same as Philippines. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Bosnia and Herzegovina the same as Philippines?
- Frequency in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 50Hz, while Philippines uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.