From Portugal to Slovakia
When travelling from Portugal to Slovakia: Some of your Portugal plug types fit in Slovakia (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Portugal
SlovakiaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Slovakia
Type C
Type E
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Slovakia: C, E
No fit for: F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Slovakia
Slovakia is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, French and Czech style with a male earth pin in the socket.
Grid & history
Slovakia’s grid relies heavily on nuclear (the Mochovce and Bohunice plants) with hydropower and growing solar. The country is well interconnected with Czechia, Hungary, Poland, and Austria.
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (with male earth pin) is the standard. Type C Europlugs fit.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A small Type C/E European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Portugal plug work in Slovakia?
- Partly. Some of your Portugal plug types (Type C) fit Slovakia sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Slovakia use?
- Slovakia uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Slovakia when travelling from Portugal?
- Slovakia runs on 230V, the same as Portugal. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Slovakia the same as Portugal?
- Frequency in Slovakia is 50Hz, the same as Portugal.