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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

240V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

I


Type I Plug
Type I Socket
Type I

Plugs & sockets in Belgium

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, E


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type E Plug
Type E Socket
Type E

Papua New Guinea to Belgium: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Belgium from Papua New Guinea, it's worth checking the power situation before you pack. Different countries use different outlet types and electrical standards, so your devices may not plug in directly when you arrive.

Your Papua New Guinea plugs (Type I) won't fit Belgium's outlets (Type C, E). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Belgium before you depart.

The voltage and frequency in Belgium (230V, 50Hz) are close to Papua New Guinea (240V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

Don't forget that Belgium hotel rooms sometimes have a universal shaver socket in the bathroom, but these low-wattage outlets aren't suitable for high-draw devices. For reliable charging, use the standard wall outlets with a proper adapter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Papua New Guinea uses Type I plugs and Belgium uses Type C/E. Since these are incompatible, you will need a travel adapter.