World Plug and Socket Types

Type L

Type L is one of 15 standard electrical outlet types around the world. Learn more about this plug and socket type, including which countries use it and what it looks like.

What do Type L plugs and sockets look like?

Socket DiagramPlug Diagram
Type L socketType L plug

Type L plugs are earthed and have three round pins in a linear configuration. Any Type L socket will also accept Type C Type C plug plugs. Some Type L sockets are built to accept Type E Type E plug and Type F Type F plug plugs.

Where are Type L plugs and sockets used?

Type L plugs are used in Italy, Chile, and parts of Africa.

Type L usage by country

CountryUsed alongsideVoltage & Frequency
ChileType C Type C plug220 V, 50 Hz
EritreaType C Type C plug230 V, 50 Hz
EthiopiaType C Type C plug, Type E Type E plug and Type F Type F plug220 V, 50 Hz
ItalyType C Type C plug and Type F Type F plug230 V, 50 Hz
LibyaType C Type C plug, Type D Type D plug and Type F Type F plug127 & 230 V, 50 Hz
MaldivesType A Type A plug, Type C Type C plug, Type D Type D plug, Type G Type G plug, Type J Type J plug and Type K Type K plug230 V, 50 Hz
San MarinoType C Type C plug and Type F Type F plug230 V, 50 Hz
SyriaType C Type C plug and Type E Type E plug220 V, 50 Hz
UruguayType C Type C plug, Type F Type F plug and Type I Type I plug230 V, 50 Hz