Travel adapter from Netherlands to Czechia — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Czechia?

Czechia uses Type C and Type E plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

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

Netherlands (home)

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

Czechia (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Czechia

Voltage

Netherlands 230 V

Czechia 230 V

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Frequency

Netherlands 50 Hz

Czechia 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Czechia

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

Full Czechia plug guide