Poland

Are you planning to visit Poland? Check if you need a power plug adapter or voltage converter for the power sockets (outlets) used in Poland.

The following information is for travelers living in Austria. I live in another country.

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You don't need a power plug adapter in Poland, when living in Austria.

Below you find pictures of the applied power sockets and corresponding plugs. And we provide more information about the voltage and frequency.

Electricity in Poland

In Poland the power plug sockets are of type E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Power plug adapter needed in Poland?

In Poland the power plug sockets are of type E. Check out the following pictures. When living in Austria you don't need a power plug adapter in Poland. Your power plugs fit. Make sure that your appliances with plug F have an extra pinhole for use in socket E.

Your appliances with plug C and plug F fit.

Power plug sockets type E are used in Poland — Type E: This socket also works with plug C. Plug F will work if it has an additional pinhole

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We don't sell power plug adapters. We refer you to Amazon, where you will find a great selection of travel adapters.

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You can also check the map to see the use of different plugs and sockets in the world.

Spread of Power Plugs and Sockets around the world

Voltage converter needed in Poland?

In Poland the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Poland, because the standard voltage (230 V) is the same as in Austria. So you don't need a voltage converter in Poland, when living in Austria.

To be sure, check the label on the appliance. Some appliances never need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz' the appliance can be used in all countries in the world. This is common for chargers of tablets/laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc.