Do You Need a Travel Adapter for Faroe Islands?
Faroe Islands uses Type C, Type E, Type F, Type K sockets at 230 V, 50 Hz. (Faroe Islands is a territory of Denmark.)
Check your own plug
Verdict by where you are travelling from
From United States: You need a Type C adapter and a voltage converter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type A/B plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
Single-voltage device (120 V) on a 230 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model. You will also need a Type C plug adapter.
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From United Kingdom: You need a Type C or E or F or K adapter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type G plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
230 V is within what this device expects. Type G plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
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From Europe: No adapter needed for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Your Type C plug fits Faroe Islands's Type C socket.
230 V is within what this device expects. Your Type C plug fits Faroe Islands's Type C socket.
From Australia: You need a Type C or E or F or K adapter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type I plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
230 V is within what this device expects. Type I plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
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From Canada: You need a Type C adapter and a voltage converter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type A/B plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
Single-voltage device (120 V) on a 230 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model. You will also need a Type C plug adapter.
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From Japan: You need a Type C adapter and a voltage converter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type A/B plugs do not fit Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets. Pack a Type C adapter.
Single-voltage device (100 V) on a 230 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model. You will also need a Type C plug adapter.
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Device by device: 230 V in Faroe Islands
| Device | Voltage | Plug | What you need |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone, laptop or USB charger | Dual voltage: fine | Type C/E/F/K adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Camera battery charger | Dual voltage: fine | Type C/E/F/K adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Hair dryer or straightener | Single voltage: only if rated for 220–240 V | Type C/E/F/K adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 110–120 V model |
| Electric shaver | Single voltage: only if rated for 220–240 V | Type C/E/F/K adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 110–120 V model |
| CPAP machine | Dual voltage: fine | Type C/E/F/K adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Kettle or other appliance | Single voltage: only if rated for 220–240 V | Type C/E/F/K adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 110–120 V model |
Not sure which your device is? Read the INPUT line on the label.
Frequently asked questions
What plug does Faroe Islands use?
Faroe Islands uses Type C, Type E, Type F, Type K sockets. Type C: two round 4 mm pins, 19 mm apart. Type E: two round 4.8 mm pins and a hole for the socket earth pin. Type F: two round 4.8 mm pins with earth clips on the sides. Type K: two round pins and a d-shaped earth pin.
What is the voltage in Faroe Islands?
Faroe Islands runs on 230 V at 50 Hz.
Can I charge my iPhone or laptop in Faroe Islands?
Yes. Phones, laptops and USB chargers are dual voltage (100–240 V) so the voltage is fine anywhere; you just need a plug adapter for Faroe Islands's Type C/E/F/K sockets unless your own plug is one of those types.
Do I need a voltage converter for Faroe Islands?
Only for single-voltage 110–120 V appliances (typically hair dryers, straighteners and kettles bought in North America or Japan). Anything marked INPUT 100–240 V just needs a plug adapter.
Other countries in Europe
Socket types: Type C Type E Type F Type K · Voltage by country · How this data was verified