From Romania to Albania
When travelling from Romania to Albania: Good news: all your Romania plug types fit in Albania. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Romania
AlbaniaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Albania
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Albania: C, F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Albania
Albania uses 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Albania’s electricity is almost entirely hydropower (the Drin cascade), which makes the country very clean but vulnerable in dry years. Imports rise sharply during drought.
Availability
Reliable in cities. Drought years can stress supply.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates, vulnerable to drought.
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 Romania plug work in Albania?
- Yes. Every Romania plug type (Type C, Type F) fits in Albania sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Albania use?
- Albania uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Albania when travelling from Romania?
- Albania runs on 230V, the same as Romania. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Albania the same as Romania?
- Frequency in Albania is 50Hz, the same as Romania.