Turkey uses Type C and Type F plugs – the same standard found across most of mainland Europe.
Quick Answer
- Plug Types: Type C and Type F
- Voltage: 220-240V
- Frequency: 50Hz
- UK travelers: Need an adapter
- US/Canadian travelers: Need an adapter (and possibly a voltage converter)
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Plug Types in Turkey
Type C (Europlug)
Two round pins, ungrounded. Common for low-power devices like phone chargers and laptop adapters.
Type F (Schuko)
Two round pins plus grounding clips on the side. The dominant plug type in modern Turkish buildings. Safer for higher-power appliances.
Type F sockets accept Type C plugs, so a Type C adapter works throughout Turkey.
Voltage and Frequency
Turkey runs at 220-240V and 50Hz – identical to the UK. UK devices work with just a plug adapter.
North American travelers (110-120V, 60Hz) need to check device labels.
Who Needs What
From
Adapter?
Converter?
Notes
UK
Yes
No
Same voltage
USA/Canada
Yes
Maybe
Check device labels
Australia
Yes
No
Same voltage
Europe (Type C/F)
No
No
Fully compatible
Dual Voltage Devices
Most modern electronics (laptops, phones, tablets, cameras, electric shavers) are dual voltage (100-240V). Check the label on your charger – if it says “100-240V” or “110-240V”, you only need a plug adapter.
Single-voltage appliances (hair dryers, straighteners, curling irons from North America) typically only support 110-120V and need a voltage converter for Turkey.
Tips
- Check devices before packing – look for the voltage rating near the power input
- Universal travel adapter – covers most countries and often includes USB ports
- Power strip (without surge protection) – one adapter plus a strip lets you charge multiple devices
- Hotel keycard slots – many Turkish hotels require the keycard to activate room electricity; keep a spare card in the slot
- Buy adapters before travel – cheaper at home than at airports
Where to Buy
In the UK: Argos, Currys, Boots, supermarkets, Amazon
In Turkey: Electronics shops, department stores (Boyner), airport shops, some hotel receptions
In the USA: Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Amazon
