Ethiopia
In Ethiopia, power plugs and sockets (outlets) of type C, type E, type F and type L are used. The standard voltage is 220 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.
- Yes, you need a power plug travel adapter for sockets type L in Ethiopia.
Do your power plugs fit in Ethiopia?
In Ethiopia, they use power sockets (outlets) of type C, E, F and L. In Hungary, you have plugs C and F. You need a power plug adapter in Ethiopia for sockets type L. Sockets type C, E and F can fit your plugs, but may not always be available locally.
- Check your devices with plug F. Some older plugs might not have the required pinhole for socket type E. In that case you still need a power plug adapter.
- Modern sockets of type L can sometimes fit plug F, but generally the pins of plug F are too thick.
- Plugs F fit into sockets type C, but lack grounding.
Buy a power plug (travel) adapter
We don't sell power plug adapters. We refer you to Amazon, where you will find a great selection of travel adapters.
You need to look for a power plug adapter for sockets type L. Alternatively, choose a world travel adapter that fits multiple sockets, in case you travel more often.
Voltage converter needed in Ethiopia?
The standard voltage in Ethiopia (220 V) matches more or less the voltage level your devices typically operate at in Hungary (230 V). Manufacturers take these small deviations into account.
- You don't need a voltage converter in Ethiopia.
To be sure, check the label on your devices. Some devices never need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz' the device can be used in every country in the world. This is common for devices with chargers like tablets/laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc. For these devices you will only need a power plug adapter.
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