From Svalbard and Jan Mayen to Belarus
When travelling from Svalbard and Jan Mayen to Belarus: Good news: all your Svalbard and Jan Mayen plug types fit in Belarus. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
BelarusYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Belarus
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Belarus: 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 Belarus
Belarus runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Belarus relies primarily on natural gas imported from Russia, plus the new Astravets nuclear plant (commissioned 2020–2023). Renewables are minimal.
Availability
Reliable in cities.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard. Soviet-era buildings may still have Type C ungrounded sockets.
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.