Plug type
Usually no adapter needed – check the socket
The common plugs fit at least one socket system at the destination. Because several systems may occur locally, the actual socket at the accommodation remains decisive.
Travel adapter checker
Choose where you are travelling from and where you are going. The result separates plug shape, voltage and frequency.

Germany → Germany
Your common plugs fit at least one recorded socket system, but not every socket type listed for the destination.
Plug type
The common plugs fit at least one socket system at the destination. Because several systems may occur locally, the actual socket at the accommodation remains decisive.
Voltage
Both sides use the same nominal supply: 230 V.
Frequency
Both sides use 50 Hz.
Device plugs from Germany
Sockets in Germany
Schematic illustration. The actual device plug, earth connection and device label remain decisive.
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Destination
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Destinations with the same socket system are grouped together. Voltage, frequency, grounding and power limits remain visible.
Check one device
Copy the INPUT values from the device or power supply. We compare them with the destination supply.
Result for Germany
Some information is missing or varies by region. Complete the device-label details before relying on the result.
Select the plug type on your device. Type C, Type F sockets are commonly used in Germany.
Check the INPUT rating on the device. The power supply in Germany is listed as 230 V.
Check whether the device is marked 50 Hz, 60 Hz or 50/60 Hz. Germany is listed as 50 Hz.
Check whether the device has an earth contact. Grounded devices require earth continuity through the complete adapter connection.
Guides
Clear explanations of voltage, frequency, grounding and common travel devices.
Plug systems worldwide
The illustrations help you identify pin shapes. Always check the actual plug, earth connection, voltage and frequency as well.
Type A
Two-pin plug with parallel flat contacts.
Common in: North and Central America, Japan
Type A details →Type B
Like Type A, with an additional round earth pin.
Common in: United States, Canada, Mexico
Type B details →Type C
Two-pin Europlug with two round contacts.
Common in: Much of Europe and many other countries
Type C details →Type D
Three round contacts in a large triangular arrangement.
Common in: India, Nepal, Sri Lanka
Type D details →Type E
Two round contacts with an earth pin in the socket.
Common in: France, Belgium, Poland, Czechia
Type E details →Type F
Two round contacts with side earth clips.
Common in: Germany and many European countries
Type F details →Type G
Three rectangular pins; plugs normally include a fuse.
Common in: United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Hong Kong
Type G details →Type H
Three round contacts in a Y-shaped arrangement.
Common in: Israel and the Palestinian territories
Type H details →