Israel Power Plugs, Wall Sockets & Electrical Outlets
In Israel, power plugs and sockets (electrical outlets) of Type C (CEE 7/16 (Europlug), two round pins, ungrounded) and Type H (SI 32, three pins in v-shape arrangement, grounded) are used. Wall sockets run at 230V and 50Hz. Check if you need a travel adapter, electrical adapter or voltage converter before travelling to Israel.
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Israel power plug standards can catch travelers off guard, since the country uses a distinctive three-pin design found almost nowhere else in the world. Known as Type H, this plug is the official socket-outlet standard across Israel and the Palestinian territories, and it will not accept most foreign AC power plugs and sockets without an adapter. If you're arriving from North America, the UK, or most of Asia, you'll need a travel adapter that reshapes your device's plug top into the V-shaped Type H configuration before it can be inserted into an Israeli wall socket.
The good news is that many small electronics already use the compact two-pin Type C Europlug, which fits directly into modern Type H sockets without any adapter at all. This makes packing lighter for travelers who mainly carry phones, tablets, cameras, and laptop chargers, since these Class II devices are typically designed with the ungrounded Europlug already built in.
Dual-Voltage Devices and Israel
Most modern electronics, including phone chargers, laptop power supplies, and camera battery chargers, are dual-voltage, meaning they can safely accept anywhere from around 100V to 240V. Because Israel runs on 230V at 50Hz, dual-voltage devices will work fine once physically connected via the correct plug shape. Always check the voltage label on your device's power adapter to confirm it lists a range covering 220-240V before plugging in.
Is a Voltage Converter Necessary?
A voltage converter is only necessary if you're bringing a single-voltage appliance, such as one designed exclusively for 110-120V systems like those in the United States or Canada. Plugging a single-voltage device into Israel's 230V supply without a converter can permanently damage the appliance or create a safety hazard. For most travelers carrying dual-voltage electronics, a simple plug adapter is sufficient and no converter is required.
Electrical Standards in Israel: Voltage, Frequency & Plug Type
Israel's electrical grid supplies power at 230V and 50Hz, in line with the majority of countries outside North America. The primary plug type used throughout the country is Type H (SI 32), a grounded three-pin design rated at 16 amps that handles everything from household appliances to air conditioners and kitchen equipment. Originally built around flat V-shaped pins, the standard was updated in 1989 to also accept round 4.5mm pins, meaning a single Type H socket-outlet can accommodate two distinct plug shapes.
For lower-power electronics, Type C Europlugs are also widely compatible with newer Type H sockets, giving travelers an easy option for charging ungrounded devices like smartphones and tablets without needing a full adapter. However, Type C is limited to 2.5A and is not suitable for high-power appliances such as hair dryers, kettles, or heaters, which require the grounded Type H connection instead.
- Voltage: 230V
- Frequency: 50Hz
- Primary plug type: Type H (SI 32), grounded, 16A
- Secondary compatible plug: Type C Europlug, ungrounded, 2.5A
- Type H is unique to Israel and incompatible with outlets in other countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, unless your home country also uses Type H plugs, which is unlikely since this design is unique to Israel. A travel adapter that converts your plug top to the Israeli three-pin V-shaped configuration will let you use local sockets safely.
Pack a travel adapter compatible with Type H sockets, since this is the standard used throughout Israel. If your devices already use Type C Europlugs, such as many phone and laptop chargers, they may fit directly into modern Type H sockets without an adapter.
Yes, the standard Type H socket-outlet is grounded and rated for 16 amps, suitable for household appliances and higher-power equipment. Sockets that also accept Type C Europlugs provide an ungrounded option for smaller Class II electronics.
In most cases, yes, because phone chargers are typically dual-voltage and can handle Israel's 230V, 50Hz supply without issue. You'll just need the correct plug shape, either a Type H adapter or a Type C Europlug where the socket supports it, rather than a voltage converter.
