The essentials in 30 seconds
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The same standard as continental Europe
Indonesia uses type C and F plugs, exactly the same ones used daily in France, Belgium and Switzerland.
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An identical voltage
230V/50Hz in Indonesia, exactly the same standard as continental Europe, with no difference to account for.
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Zero adapter to plan for
No adapter is needed to plug your European devices directly into Indonesian outlets, at a hotel as well as a Bali villa.
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All chargers compatible
Phone, laptop, camera, power bank: every modern charger works with no adjustment in Indonesia.
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Possible outages outside major tourist areas
The power grid stays generally reliable in Bali's tourist areas and Jakarta. Brief outages can occur more often on more remote islands.
Common device compatibility
What works directly, with no adjustment at all.
| Device | Directly compatible? | Detail | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smartphone / tablet charger | Yes | Identical plug, identical voltage | ||
| Laptop charger | Yes | Identical plug, identical voltage | ||
| Camera / power bank | Yes | No adjustment needed | ||
| European hair dryer | Yes | Identical voltage (230V) | ||
| Devices from a non-European country (110-120V) | No, without a converter | Applies to devices bought in the US or Japan |
Indonesia power plug 2026: type, voltage, adapter
Indonesia uses exactly the same plugs as continental Europe, type C and F, with an identical voltage. Itโs one of the rare Asian countries where a European traveler has literally nothing to plan for electricity.
The same electrical standard as continental Europe
Indonesia adopted the European standard of type C plugs (Europlug, two round pins) and type F plugs (Schuko, with grounding pins), exactly the same ones used daily in France, Belgium and Switzerland. Indonesian voltage is 230V at 50Hz, exactly identical to the European standard, with no difference to account for.
Zero adapter to plan for
A direct consequence of this full compatibility: no adapter is needed for a traveler coming from France, Belgium or Switzerland. Your European devices plug directly into Indonesian outlets, whether at a hotel, a Bali villa, or a more remote homestay.
What works with no adjustment at all
All common electronic devices work directly in Indonesia, with no adapter or converter:
- Smartphone and tablet chargers
- Laptop chargers
- Cameras and power banks
- European hair dryers and heating appliances, the voltage being identical
The case of non-European devices
Only exception: devices bought in a country running on 110-120V (US, Japan, Canada) and not dual-voltage would need a voltage converter. This case doesnโt apply to a traveler coming from Europe with standard French or European equipment.
Power grid reliability
The power grid stays generally reliable in Baliโs main tourist areas (Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, Uluwatu) as well as in Jakarta. Occasional brief outages can occur more often on more remote islands or in rural areas, particularly during the rainy season. For circuits far from classic tourist areas, a charged power bank remains a good habit.
Other practical info Indonesia
- Visa: e-VOA mandatory, 500,000 IDR
- Time difference: +6h to +7h with Paris in Bali
- Currency (Rupiah): cash, cards and exchange scams
- Language: Indonesian, Balinese, English in Bali
Page written by Marie L., Southeast Asia specialist, editor-in-chief of LโHeure du Voyage. 12 years of experience, regular stays in Indonesia since 2017. Updated: August 5, 2026. Verified by 2 experts.
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Marie Laurent
Verified authorSoutheast Asia specialist ยท 12 years experience.