Travel adapter from Estonia to Switzerland — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Switzerland?

Switzerland uses Type C and Type J plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

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

Estonia (home)

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

Switzerland (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type J Three round pins 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Switzerland

Voltage

Estonia 230 V

Switzerland 230 V

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Frequency

Estonia 50 Hz

Switzerland 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Switzerland

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

Full Switzerland plug guide