Type K Plug Adaptors
Travelling from the UK? A type K adaptor will allow you to connect your UK (type G) plugs to a type K socket.
For Use in: Denmark and Greenland (3 Pin earthed).
Compatibility
Compatible with: Type K sockets only. Type C plugs (unearthed) are also compatible with type K sockets. Type E & F plugs will also normally fit but will not make an earth connection which is unsafe.
See our full plug & socket compatibility table for further information.
Other Adaptor Types
Planning a trip to Denmark or Greenland? Explore our type K power adaptors below. These Danish earthed plug adaptors are all compatible with UK type G plugs and will keep your devices powered and charged while you're abroad. Many include integral USB, USB-C and some have high power PD ports for laptop charging. Multiplug extension strips can also be a convenient way to connect several devices.
Countries Where Type K Plugs are Used
Bangladesh, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Guinea, Madagascar, Maldives, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines and Senegal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Type K Travel Adaptors
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Primarily: Denmark & Greenland.
Full list: Bangladesh, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Guinea, Madagascar, Maldives, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Senegal. -
A type K travel adaptor will convert your British (type G) plugs to a 3 pin (earthed) configuration that will fit the type K sockets found in Denmark and Greenland. They do not convert the voltage or frequency of the electrical supply.
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Yes, many type K adaptors have integral USB, USB-C and sometimes PD ports.
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No, universal adaptors do not have a type K plug.
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Yes, they are cross compatible and can be used safely although the type C pins are slightly smaller than type K plugs (4mm vs 4.8mm). Type C plugs are 2 pin (unearthed) and are therefore not suitable for connecting earthed appliances.
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Here's a picture of a Type K plug adaptor.
