Canada to North Korea Plug Adapter
Adapter needed for some plugs
Maybe. Type A plugs from Canada fit sockets in North Korea, but Type B plugs need an adapter.
Your plugs · Canada
Voltage: 120 V
Sockets at destination · North Korea
Voltage: 110 V / 220 V
Voltage converter
North Korea uses 110 V / 220 V and Canada uses 120 V. Check the label on each device: if it says 100–240V it works anywhere; otherwise you need a voltage converter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter for North Korea from Canada?
Maybe. Type A plugs from Canada fit sockets in North Korea, but Type B plugs need an adapter.
Do I need a voltage converter for North Korea?
North Korea uses 110 V / 220 V and Canada uses 120 V. Check the label on each device: if it says 100–240V it works anywhere; otherwise you need a voltage converter.
Source: Wikidata (CC0), retrieved 2026-10-22. Plug descriptions and compatibility are our own summary of the IEC plug types. Hotels and new buildings may have other sockets — carry a universal adapter if unsure.