Power Plugs and Sockets in Portugal - Do You Need an Adapter?

In Portugal, the plug types used are C and F. The voltage is 230 V with a frequency of 50Hz. On the other hand, in Hong Kong, the plug types used are G. The voltage in Hong Kong is 220 V with a frequency of 50Hz.

Type C

Type F

What are the plugs like in Portugal?

In Portugal, the predominant plug types are C and F. If you are coming from Hong Kong, then your devices are of type G.

For this reason, you will need an adapter, as the plugs in Portugal are not compatible with the devices from Hong Kong and you will not be able to use your devices.

Do I need a voltage and frequency converter to travel to Portugal?

It is important to know that in Portugal the electrical voltage is 230 V, with a frequency of 50Hz. In Hong Kong, the electrical voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50Hz.

For this reason, you will not need a voltage converter to use your devices from Hong Kong in Portugal.

Regardless of whether you need a voltage converter or not, you need a plug adapter, because the plug types are different in Portugal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below we will answer some of the most common questions asked by travelers going to Portugal.

Can I charge my iPhone or Android mobile device in Portugal?

If you are travelling from Hong Kong to Portugal, you will need an adapter to charge your iPhone or Android mobile device. While it is true that nowadays these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency, it should be remembered that both countries have incompatible plug types, so you will need an adapter in Portugal to charge your iPhone or Android.

Can I plug in my laptop charger in Portugal?

If you are travelling from Hong Kong to Portugal, you will need an adapter to charge your laptop. Generally, these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency, but it should be remembered that Hong Kong and Portugal have incompatible plug types, so an adapter is necessary to charge your laptop in Portugal.

Can I use my hair dryer or straightener in Portugal?

Yes, with respect to voltage and frequency, you will be able to use devices such as your hair dryer or hair straightener in Portugal without any problems.

However, since the plugs in Portugal and Hong Kong are not compatible, you will need a plug adapter to be able to use the hair straightener and hair dryer.

What happens if I connect a 220 V device to a 230 V socket without an adapter?

Fortunately, most devices can operate with a small voltage difference. Therefore, you will not have any problem connecting a 220 V device to a 230 V socket in Portugal without a voltage adapter. The worst that can happen is that the device will heat up slightly.