Slovakia is located in Central Europe and neighbors the country of Poland.  Slovakia uses the same type of adapter plugs used in Russia.  If you are traveling to Slovakia it is important to take along the correct adapter plugs for your trip. 

Adapter plugs allow electrical connections up to 240 volts. An adapter plug does NOT change the current or voltage (this requires a converter) unless your appliance is dual voltage. A non-grounded adapter may NOT be used with appliances that have grounded plugs; for these you will need a grounded adapter.  If your hair dryer, curling iron, electric razor is not dual voltage you will most likely need a converter to use your electric.  For more information see Going In Style's Adapter and Converter Finder.

Many of our customers find it handy to have multiple adaptors while traveling - either to run several appliances simultaneously or simply as a backup.

Going In Style Slovakia Adapter Model GIS-SLOVA-B-GUB-GUR

Grounded Adapter Plugs

If you are traveling with a grounded United States dual/multi-voltage appliance or using a grounded Transformer you will need to use a grounded adapter plug. A grounded United States plug has two flat blades and one round pin.

Non-Grounded Adapter Plugs

Going In Style offers non-grounded adapter plugs for use with your voltage converter, transformer, or dual/multi voltage appliance. A non-grounded United States plug has two flat blades.

Cycles: 50 Hz vs. 60 Hz.

Slovakia operates on 220 volt electricity and is generated at 50Hz (Cycles) Alternating Current. United States 110-120 volt electricity is generated at 60Hz (Cycles) Alternating Current. This difference in cycles may cause the motor in your 60Hz United States appliance to operate slightly slower when used on 50Hz foreign electricity. Most modern electronic equipment including battery chargers, computers, iPods, etc., will not be affected by the difference in cycle.

Computers and Apple Products

If you are traveling overseas with a Toshiba, HP, Lenovo, Asus, laptop or Apple device such as an iPad, chances are you won’t need a voltage converter. Most laptops are multi-voltage and will operate on voltages ranging from 100 to 240 volts. However, computers do need to make safe connections to foreign power systems and a surge protector is recommended and you will still need an adapter to use your plug.

About Slovakia

Geography

The Slovakia is located in Central Europe, south of Poland. The area is about twice the size of New Hampshire. The climate is temperate; cool summers; cold, cloudy, humid winters.

Currency

Currency in Slovakia is the Euro (EUR). Credit cards are widely accepted. Foreign currency and travelers cheques can be exchanged at banks and some hotels.

Staying Connected

Slovakia has a modern telecommunications system that has expanded dramatically in recent years with the growth in cellular services. The analog system is now receiving digital equipment and is being enlarged with fiber-optic cable, especially in the larger cities; 3 companies provide nationwide cellular services. When travelling to Slovakia you can take an international or unlocked cell phone with a prepaid Slovakia SIM card or purchase a phone when you arrive. You can also contact your mobile service provider to set up an international calling plan. You will need an adapter to charge your phone if you decide to bring your own phone. Most cell phone battery rechargers should be multi-voltage, therefore will not require a converter. If the charger says 100-240 volts, 50-60 cycles then your charger in multi-voltage.

Slovakia has 1.387 million internet hosts and 4.063 million internet users. Internet is available at internet cafes. When traveling with your laptop or iPad you will need an adapter to charge your device.