Check if your devices are compatible, find out if you need an adapter or voltage converter, and learn exactly what to pack for Iceland's electrical outlets.
2 round pins, ungrounded
Most common for small devices
2 round pins + grounding clips
For appliances needing ground
We will show whether your plugs and voltage are compatible with Iceland.
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Select your home country above to see compatibility details.
Check which of your devices will work in Iceland. Tick the devices you are bringing.
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Find the label on your charger or power supply (small print on the brick or back of the device).
2
Look for "Input" line. It should say something like "INPUT: 100-240V~50/60Hz".
3
If it says "100-240V" you are safe! Only an adapter is needed. If it says "120V" only, you need a converter.
Never plug a 110V-only appliance into Iceland's 230V outlet, even with a plug adapter. An adapter only changes the plug shape - it does NOT convert voltage. Doing so can cause the device to overheat, spark, trip the circuit breaker, or start a fire. When in doubt, leave the appliance at home.
What to look for when buying an adapter for Iceland.
Forgot your adapter? Here is where to find one after you land.
At arrivals
Hours: Matches flight schedules
Best bet right on arrival
Downtown Reykjavik
Hours: Open until 23:00 daily
Convenience store, open late
Smaralind Mall & others
Hours: 10:00-21:00
Department store with electronics
Skeifan 6, Reykjavik
Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Mon-Fri)
Electronics specialist, best selection
Nationwide
Hours: Most 24/7
Small travel accessories section
At-a-glance compatibility for major countries and regions.
| Country / Region | Plug Types | Voltage | Adapter? | Converter? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA / Canada | A, B | 120V | Yes | Yes* |
| UK / Ireland | G | 230V | Yes | No |
| Australia / NZ | I | 230V | Yes | No |
| Germany / EU | C, F | 230V | No | No |
| France / Belgium | C, E | 230V | No | No |
| India | C, D, M | 230V | No | No |
| South Korea | C, F | 220V | No | No |
| Japan | A, B | 100V | Yes | Yes* |
| China | A, C, I | 220V | No | No |
| Brazil | C, N | 127/220V | No | No |
| Singapore / HK | G | 220-230V | Yes | No |
| South Africa | C, D, M, N | 230V | No | No |
* Converter needed only for single-voltage appliances (hair dryers, curling irons, etc.). Modern electronics (phones, laptops, cameras) are typically 100-240V and only need an adapter.
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Type A
Two flat parallel pins
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Type B
Two flat + round ground pin
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Type C (Europlug)
Two round pins
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Type F (Schuko)
Two round pins + grounding clips
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Type G (UK)
Three rectangular pins
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Type I
Two angled flat + ground pin
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Type D
Three large round pins (triangle)
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Type N
Three round pins (Brazil)