Check whether your phone, laptop, camera, or hair tool works on Italy's 230V / 50Hz electrical grid and which plug adapter you need. Select your home country and device type below for an instant compatibility verdict.
Italy's Three Socket Types: C, F, and L Explained
- Voltage & Frequency: All of Italy runs on 230V at 50Hz. Every modern Apple, Samsung, laptop, camera, and USB-C charger is natively dual-voltage (printed
INPUT: 100–240V ~ 50/60Hz) and needs only a passive €4 plug shape adapter. - Type C (Europlug, 2 round 4.0mm pins): Fits virtually every modern and universal Italian wall socket—this is the single most versatile adapter to pack.
- Type F (Schuko, 2 thicker 4.8mm pins with side grounding clips): Standard in newer Italian hotels for higher-wattage appliances.
- Type L (Italian 3-pin inline): Older buildings often have three round holes in a straight line (10A narrow or 16A wide), or a universal bipasso socket that accepts both Type C and Type L.