From Philippines to Uruguay
When travelling from Philippines to Uruguay: Some of your Philippines plug types fit in Uruguay (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
UruguayYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type C
Fits
Accepted in Uruguay
Type C
Type F
Type L
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C • Uruguay: C, F, L
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 Uruguay
Uruguay runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and L sockets.
Grid & history
Uruguay achieved one of the world’s most ambitious renewable transitions, wind, solar, biomass, and hydropower now generate more than 95% of electricity. The country exports surplus to Argentina and Brazil.
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Type F and Type L (Italian) coexist; Type C Europlugs fit both.
Energy mix
Wind + hydro dominate; near-100% renewable.
Practical tips
- A European C/F/L universal adapter is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Philippines plug work in Uruguay?
- Partly. Some of your Philippines plug types (Type C) fit Uruguay sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Uruguay use?
- Uruguay uses Type C, Type F, Type L. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Uruguay when travelling from Philippines?
- Uruguay runs on 230V, the same as Philippines. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Uruguay the same as Philippines?
- Frequency in Uruguay is 50Hz, while Philippines uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.