Electricity standards in the Netherlands

Information on the domestic power and plug standards in the Netherlands...

Power

The Netherlands' electricity supply is 230 volts - 50Hz AC.

Plugs

There are three types of sockets and plugs all of which are with two round pins, round plug with earth side connectors, round plug without earth and a slim flat plug without earth. An adapter, which can be bought from hardware and DIY stores and some supermarkets, will be needed for appliances with other types of plug.

• For diagrams, see plug Type C and plug Type F

Appliances

Household appliances from a country with a different frequency and voltage (such as the United States, where it is 110 volts - 60 Hz) may need a transformer and/or adaptor in order to function properly (or at all).

• Gas & Electricity
• Electrical Appliances
• Water
• Recycling
• Telephone
• Mobile & Cellular
• Internet
• Television
• Furnishing a Home
• Utility Emergencies