Will my South Africa plug work in North Korea?

Partly. Some of your South Africa plug types (Type C) fit North Korea sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.

What plug type does North Korea use?

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

Do I need a voltage converter for North Korea when travelling from South Africa?

North Korea runs on 230V, the same as South Africa. Any charger that works at home will work there.

Is the electrical frequency in North Korea the same as South Africa?

Frequency in North Korea is 50Hz, the same as South Africa.

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From South Africa to North Korea

Some plugs match

When travelling from South Africa to North Korea: Some of your South Africa plug types fit in North Korea (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.

South Africa

→

North Korea

Your plugs

Type C

Fits

Type M

No fit

Type N

No fit

Accepted in North Korea

Type C

Type F

1 of 3 plug type(s) match

You: C, M, N • North Korea: C, F

No fit for: M, N

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter

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Your plug shape does not fully match.

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About electricity in North Korea

North Korea runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.

Grid & history

North Korea’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.

Availability

Cities have generally reliable supply; rural electrification is uneven and outages are not unusual.

Sockets & hotels

Outlets accept Type C and F plugs (commonly written C/F). Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.

Energy mix

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Practical tips

A small Type C/F European adapter covers every socket you’ll see.
The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my South Africa plug work in North Korea?: Partly. Some of your South Africa plug types (Type C) fit North Korea sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
What plug type does North Korea use?: North Korea uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for North Korea when travelling from South Africa?: North Korea runs on 230V, the same as South Africa. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in North Korea the same as South Africa?: Frequency in North Korea is 50Hz, the same as South Africa.