Travel adapter from Libya to Chile — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Chile?

Chile uses Type C and Type L plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

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

Libya (home)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type F Two round pins + side earth contacts 220–240V Type L Three round pins in a row 220–240V

Chile (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type L Three round pins in a row 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Chile

Voltage

Libya 230 V

Chile 230 V

Match

Frequency

Libya 50 Hz

Chile 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Chile

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

Full Chile plug guide