From Svalbard and Jan Mayen to Spain
When travelling from Svalbard and Jan Mayen to Spain: Good news: all your Svalbard and Jan Mayen plug types fit in Spain. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
SpainYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Spain
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Spain: 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 Spain
Spain runs on the standard continental European setup: 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Spain has one of Europe’s highest renewable shares. Wind, solar, and hydro together cover roughly half of generation, with nuclear and gas filling most of the rest. The April 2025 Iberian blackout was a rare exception caused by a grid balancing failure.
Availability
The grid is reliable nationwide with isolated exceptions. The Canary Islands and Balearics run on smaller local grids, but supply is steady.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard in homes and hotels, and Type C plugs slot into Type F sockets without an adapter.
Energy mix
Wind is the single largest source.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter covers the whole Iberian peninsula.
- On long bus or train journeys, USB ports are common at the seat.