Electricity and sockets
Yes – from the UK you need a travel adapter for Latvia, because the sockets there (Types C and F) will not take your plugs.
Sockets at the destination
Latvia runs on 230 V at 50 Hz, with sockets following Types C and F. No surprises on voltage: Latvia runs at 230 V, the same range as at home in the UK.
Handy for multi-stop trips: Kosovo, Norway, Bulgaria and Slovenia use the same plug types. Watch out when moving on: Cyprus, the United Kingdom and Malta use a completely different system. Across Europe this setup is common: 31 of 50 countries.
Protective earth
Not every socket in Latvia is earthed: Type F yes, Type C no. Class I appliances belong in an earthed outlet.
Quick check by home country
| From the UK | adapter for Types C and F | Check route → |
|---|---|---|
| From the US | adapter for Types C and F | Check route → |
Nothing to worry about electrically: Latvia runs the same supply as home. Check your own device →
The same sockets are used further afield: Kazakhstan, Armenia, Egypt, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Iran.
Common questions
Yes. UK plugs do not fit the sockets in Latvia.
Types C and F – that is what you will find in Latvia (230 V, 50 Hz).
No converter needed – Latvia runs at 230 V.
If a socket gets hot, crackles or smells burnt, unplug the device straight away.
Data for Latvia from IEC World Plugs and IEC TR 60083. Sources and method →