Can You Use a Canada Plug in Switzerland?

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Compatibility summary

You will need a travel adapter in Switzerland; plug types used there differ from Canada. Voltage differs by more than 20% — a voltage converter may be needed for some appliances.

Plug comparison

Canada plug types: A B

Switzerland plug types: C J

There is no common plug type between Canada (A B) and Switzerland (C J). You need a travel adapter.

Voltage comparison

Canada: 120V, 60Hz

Switzerland: 230V, 50Hz

Voltage converter recommended (Canada 120V vs Switzerland 230V).

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