Travel adapter from Comoros to Germany — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Germany?

Germany uses Type C and Type F plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Comoros and Germany, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

Good news — Comoros and Germany both use the same plug shape and compatible voltage. You can plug your devices straight into the wall in Germany without an adapter or converter.

Comoros (home)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type E Two round pins + earth hole 220–240V

Germany (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type F Two round pins + side earth contacts 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Germany

Voltage

Comoros 230 V

Germany 230 V

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Frequency

Comoros 50 Hz

Germany 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Germany

In Germany, the standard power plug is Type C and Type F. The country runs on 230 volts at 50 Hz. That means wall sockets in Germany can be one of 2 different shapes — Type C, Type F, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Germany plug guide