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Do you need an adapter in the Canary Islands?

You need a power plug adapter on the Canary Islands, when living in the United States of America. You also need a voltage converter. Be extra careful with certain appliances because of the difference in frequency.



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Tenerife being part of Spain, allows you to use your iD plan inclusive EU roaming feature, which lets you roam like at home in 50 destinations throughout the EU, EEA and beyond.

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The majority of European countries including Spain, France, Italy, Germany and Portugal have outlet sockets that require a two-pin plug known as 'Type C'.

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The Type C plug (also called the Europlug) has two round pins. The pins are 4 to 4.8 mm wide with centers that are spaced 19 mm apart; the plug fits any socket that conforms to these dimensions. It also fits into Type E, F, J, K or N sockets that often replace the Type C socket.

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Tap water in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria comes from Reverse Osmosis sea water purification. It is technically drinkable, meaning it's not poisonous or infected. This can be said for all tap water on the island (and other canary islands with exceptions).

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The Canaries use the Spanish currency of the euro (€1 EUR). Since the euro to U.S. dollar exchange rate fluctuates often, be sure to. Major credit cards are accepted at most restaurants and shops.

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Plug type: Gran Canaria uses Type C, E and F plugs, so you'll need an adapter for UK appliances. Electricity: The standard voltage is 230 V at a frequency of 50 Hz. Currency: Gran Canaria uses the euro.

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The legal tender used in Tenerife is the euro. If you are travelling from a country outside the eurozone, you will be able to change money by showing your passport at a number of exchange offices located in tourist areas, which tend to charge comparatively lower commission rates than elsewhere.

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