Electricity & Plugs in Burgas

Practical travel guide for Burgas, Bulgaria

Electricity & Plugs in Burgas

Electrical Standards

Voltage: Bulgaria uses 230V AC electrical current (European standard).

Frequency: 50 Hz (cycles per second).

Plug Types: Bulgaria uses Type C (Europlug) and Type F (Schuko) electrical outlets.

Adapter Requirements

Type C (Europlug): Two round pins. Common in Europe. Adapters available from this to other plug types.

Type F (Schuko): Two round pins with earth clips on sides. More common in modern buildings.

North American (Type A/B): Two flat/round pins. Requires adapter for Bulgaria.

British (Type G): Three rectangular pins. Requires adapter for Bulgaria.

Australian (Type I): Three angled pins. Requires adapter for Bulgaria.

Adapter Options

Purchase adapters before travel or at airport duty-free shops. Universal travel adapters covering multiple plug types recommended for flexibility. Bulgarian shops and hotels often provide adapters for standard devices.

Voltage Consideration: Most modern devices (laptops, phones, cameras) automatically adjust to 230V with proper plug adapter. Check device labels for voltage compatibility.

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