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Timor-Leste plug type and voltage

Timor-Leste uses Types C, E, F and I outlets at 220 V and 50 Hz. Timor-Leste uses Types C, E, F and I outlets. A Type C adapter fits most; a universal adapter covers the rest.

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Plug types
C, E, F, I

All are used; check your hotel

Voltage
220 V

U.S. outlets: 120 V

Frequency
50 Hz

U.S.: 60 Hz

Adapter from the U.S.
Yes: Type C

Check your devices

Quick answer

Timor-Leste uses Types C, E, F and I outlets. A Type C adapter fits most; a universal adapter covers the rest. 220 V is about twice the 120 V of the United States. Chargers marked 100–240 V (phones, laptops, cameras) only need an adapter; single-voltage devices such as hair dryers and straighteners need a converter, or bring dual-voltage ones.

Plug types
Type C, Type E, Type F, Type I
Voltage and frequency
220 V, 50 Hz
Adapter from the U.S.
Yes: Type C
Converter
Check your devices

Do I need a plug adapter?

Outlets in Timor-Leste
Type C
Type E
Type F
Type I
Plugs
Types C, E, F and I
Voltage
220 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Plug adapter
Yes: Type C

Timor-Leste uses Types C, E, F and I outlets. A Type C adapter fits most; a universal adapter covers the rest.

Voltage converter
Check your devices

220 V is about twice the 120 V of the United States. Chargers marked 100–240 V (phones, laptops, cameras) only need an adapter; single-voltage devices such as hair dryers and straighteners need a converter, or bring dual-voltage ones.

Timor-Leste runs at 50 Hz, the United States at 60 Hz. Chargers don't mind, but clocks and some motorized appliances may run at the wrong speed.

The outlets you'll find in Timor-Leste

Type C

Two round pins (the Europlug)

Not grounded · also used in most of Europe, South America and Asia

Type E

Two round pins and a grounding pin in the socket

Grounded · also used in France, Belgium, Poland

Takes Type C plugs

Type F

Two round pins with grounding clips (Schuko)

Grounded · also used in Germany, Spain, the Netherlands and most of Europe

Takes Type C plugs

Type I

Two flat pins in a V and a grounding pin

Grounded · also used in Australia, New Zealand, China, Argentina

What to pack for Timor-Leste

  • A Type C plug adapter, or a universal adapter for older outlets, one per device you charge at the same time.
  • Dual-voltage hair tools, or a voltage converter if yours are 120 V only.
  • Leave U.S. power strips at home: most are rated for 125 V, not 220 V.

Check the label first

Look for the input line on your charger or device. INPUT: 100–240V means it works anywhere with just a plug adapter. A single number such as 120V means it only works at that voltage.

Timor-Leste plug FAQ

Timor-Leste uses Types C, E, F and I.

Sources

Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Plug types and voltages rarely change, but hotels sometimes have older or international outlets.

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