Israel Electric Plug

Are you planning a trip to Israel and wondering what the Electric Plug is in Israel and if you need a travel adapter? the short answer is:

In Israel the electric plugs and sockets are of types C, H and M. The standard voltage is 230V, and the standard frequency is 50Hz. Plug type C has two round pins, plug type H has three pins in a triangular shape and type M has three round pins.

but there’s more! read below all the relevant information and tips to save you any electrical problems during your visit in Israel.

It has happened to all of us. You travel abroad for work or pleasure, and just when your laptop or phone’s battery is low you realize the electric plug is just not the right fit.

Then, you need to run and buy a converter or adaptor at the airport, or at an expensive tourist trap.

well, no more! read and prepare in advance for your upcoming trip.

Which power plugs and sockets are in use in Israel?

In Israel the power plugs and sockets are mainly of type C and H.

Type C: also known as the standard “Euro” plug. This socket also works with plug E and plug F.
Type H: this type is unique to Israel and the west bank, but also works with plug C.

As you can see in the picture, the H plug is grounded and has three round pins. The good news is that this system is compatible with the standard double-pin, European C type plugs – in most cases (very old H type sockets might not).

Most of the new and renovated buildings (and hotels) have the H sockets that support the European C type plugs (these ones are common in most of Europe, South America and parts of Asia). This means that if you are travelling to Israel from those places, you may not need a travel adaptor.

On the other hand, visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom will need adapters that support C or H sockets and plugs (For example this one that is avilable in Amazon).

The shape of electrical outlets varies across the globe. Plug adaptors are simply a way to get electricity from an outlet with one shape (as the Israeli electric plug) to a device with a different shape.

Voltage and Frequency in Israel

In Israel, the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Israel without any trouble if the standard voltage in your country is between 220 V to 240 V (as it is in the UK, Europe, Australia and most of Asia and Africa).

On the other hand, If the standard voltage in your country is between 100 V to 127 V (as in the US, Canada and most South American countries), you would need to use a voltage converter in Israel. If you plug in a US-bought appliance into an Israeli socket – using the simple adapter – you could end up damaging it.

You should consider using a combined power plug adaptor & voltage converter (For example this one that is avilable in Amazon).

If the frequency in Israel – which is 50 Hz – differs from the one in your home country, it is not advised to use the electrical appliance. To be sure, check the label on the appliance. Some appliances can work on any voltage and don’t need a converter (Usually laptop chargers, digital cameras and cell phones). If the label states something like: ‘INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz’ the appliance can be used in all countries.

Voltage is the pressure from an electrical circuit’s power source that pushes charged electrons (current) through a conducting loop, enabling them to do work such as illuminating a light. In brief, voltage = pressure. Israel uses a 220 V voltage system across the country, as most European countries. US & Canada use a 110-120 V system, and therefore need a Voltage Converter.

More Tips

Here are some more tips you can follow when looking for an adaptor to use with an Israel Electric Plug.

Aim for a universal adaptor – the price is usually pretty similar between universal and non-universal adaptors, and you can use it virtually everywhere.

Aim for a quality device – as there are some moving parts in the adaptor and it is usually tucked in a packed bag and gets hit or falls, you should look for a quality product that will not break easily.

Thats it for today!

We would be happy to answer any other questions you might have – just ping us a comment below.

btw, in case you are considering coming to Israel, you might like our comparison between Tel Aviv vs Haifa. just putting it out there.