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Scotland
Electrical outlets and plug types

Travelers from United Kingdom won't need a power plug adapter or voltage converter in Scotland.

Country of residence

Your destination
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
from🇬🇧 United Kingdom
to🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
Outlet type GPlug type G
G

In Scotland, they use power outlets and plugs of type G. The voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

No travel adapter neededNo power adapter is required when traveling to Scotland.

Do power plugs from United Kingdom fit into Scotland outlets?

Scotland uses type G outlets, just like in United Kingdom. Your plugs are compatible, so no adapter is needed.

sockets from🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
plugs from🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Outlet type G
G
Plug type compatiblePlug type G
G
Socket type compatible

Your plugs match outlet type G.

Power adapter for Scotland needed?

No adapter is needed for Scotland if you're coming from United Kingdom. However, a universal adapter might still be worth getting. You’ll never have to worry about whether your plugs fit different sockets again and you'll always be ready for future trips.

We recommend getting a universal travel (plug) adapter that covers the most popular countries.
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Do I need a voltage converter for Scotland?

Scotland runs on a 230 V electrical system, which is the same voltage standard used in United Kingdom.

Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Destination🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Frequency
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
There is no need for a voltage converter in Scotland, when traveling from United Kingdom.

To confirm, check if your devices require a voltage converter by looking at the 'INPUT' label, typically found on the power adapter or charger. If the label shows "INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz," the device is built to handle different voltage and frequency ranges. This is typical for devices such as notebooks, smartphones, digital cameras, and also for tablets, e-readers, and some battery chargers.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use my British hair dryer in Scotland?

Yes, since both United Kingdom and Scotland use 230 V and 50 Hz, you can use your British hair dryer in Scotland without needing a voltage converter.

Can I use my British laptop or smartphone in Scotland?

Yes, you can use your laptop or smartphone in Scotland without any issues, as the voltage and frequency are the same in both countries (230 V, 50 Hz).

Can I use my British curling iron or hair straightener in Scotland?

Yes, your British curling iron or flat iron will work in Scotland without needing a voltage converter, since both countries use 230 V, 50 Hz.

If I live in United Kingdom, do I need a power plug adapter in Scotland?

No, if you live in United Kingdom, no power adapter is required when traveling to Scotland.

Do I need a voltage converter for Scotland when traveling from United Kingdom?

No, you do not need a voltage converter since both United Kingdom and Scotland use the same voltage (230 V) and frequency (50 Hz).

Traveling to more countries?

See if your power plugs from United Kingdom fit into the sockets of other destinations and whether you need a voltage converter.

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