Will my Uganda plug work in Portugal?

No. None of your Uganda plugs (Type G) fit in Portugal sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.

What plug type does Portugal use?

Portugal uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.

Do I need a voltage converter for Portugal when travelling from Uganda?

Portugal runs on 230V, while Uganda uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.

Is the electrical frequency in Portugal the same as Uganda?

Frequency in Portugal is 50Hz, the same as Uganda.

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From Uganda to Portugal

No plugs match

When travelling from Uganda to Portugal: None of your Uganda plug types fit in Portugal. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

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Portugal

Your plugs

Type G

No fit

Accepted in Portugal

Type C

Type F

0 of 1 plug type(s) match

You: G • Portugal: C, F

No fit for: G

Voltage: 240V → 230V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Portugal

Portugal runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, the standard continental European setup.

Grid & history

Portugal has one of Europe’s highest renewable shares: hydro, wind, and solar together cover most of the year’s demand. Strong interconnects with Spain mean Iberian outages are rare, though when they happen they tend to affect both countries (as in April 2025).

Availability

The grid is highly reliable. Madeira and the Azores run on local grids, but supply is steady.

Sockets & hotels

Type F (Schuko) is the standard, and Type C plugs slot in without an adapter.

Energy mix

Renewables60%

Fossil38%

Hydro and wind dominate.

Practical tips

A European C/F adapter works everywhere.
Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Uganda plug work in Portugal?: No. None of your Uganda plugs (Type G) fit in Portugal sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
What plug type does Portugal use?: Portugal uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Portugal when travelling from Uganda?: Portugal runs on 230V, while Uganda uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
Is the electrical frequency in Portugal the same as Uganda?: Frequency in Portugal is 50Hz, the same as Uganda.