Travel adapter from Pakistan to Sweden — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Sweden?

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

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

No adapter needed

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

Pakistan (home)

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

Sweden (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Sweden

Voltage

Pakistan 230 V

Sweden 230 V

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Frequency

Pakistan 50 Hz

Sweden 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Sweden

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

Full Sweden plug guide