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

In Russia, the plug types used are C and F. The voltage is 220 V with a frequency of 50Hz. On the other hand, in Liechtenstein, the plug types used are C and J. The voltage in Liechtenstein is 230 V with a frequency of 50Hz.

Type C

Type F

What are the plugs like in Russia?

In Russia, the predominant plug types are C and F. If you are coming from Liechtenstein, then your devices are of type C or J.

In this sense, you will have to be more careful. Depending on where you stay, you may find valid plugs for your devices or not. We recommend that you always buy an adapter to avoid any worries.

Special considerations: In Russia, the USSR (along with much of Eastern Europe) used GOST-type sockets with 4mm plugs similar to the Type C plugs of Western Europe, and sockets with 4.8mm plugs like the standard used by Type E/F plugs of Western Europe. Now, the old Soviet sockets are only found in old houses and rural areas. The obsolete standard of 127 V/50 Hz AC is only used in some remote villages. Everywhere else, since the 1970s, it has been replaced by the 220 V standard. The industry uses a three-phase supply of 380 V AC.

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

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

For this reason, you will not need a voltage converter to use your devices from Liechtenstein in Russia.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

If you are travelling from Liechtenstein to Russia, 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 may need an adapter in Russia to charge your iPhone or Android.

Can I plug in my laptop charger in Russia?

If you are travelling from Liechtenstein to Russia, 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 Liechtenstein and Russia have incompatible plug types, so an adapter may be necessary to charge your laptop in Russia.

Can I use my hair dryer or straightener in Russia?

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

However, since the plugs in Russia and Liechtenstein are not fully compatible, we recommend that you acquire a plug adapter to be able to use the hair straightener and hair dryer with peace of mind.

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

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