From Philippines to Canary Islands
When travelling from Philippines to Canary Islands: Some of your Philippines plug types fit in Canary Islands (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
Canary IslandsYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type C
Fits
Accepted in Canary Islands
Type C
Type F
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C • Canary Islands: 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 Canary Islands
Canary Islands runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
The electricity infrastructure of Canary Islands follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities and tourist areas have very reliable mains power.
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Philippines plug work in Canary Islands?
- Partly. Some of your Philippines plug types (Type C) fit Canary Islands sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Canary Islands use?
- Canary Islands uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Canary Islands when travelling from Philippines?
- Canary Islands runs on 230V, the same as Philippines. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Canary Islands the same as Philippines?
- Frequency in Canary Islands is 50Hz, while Philippines uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.