Charging the mobile phone from a power outlet in Serbia

Using type B USB Micro connector with a Europlug Type C USB charger to charge your mobile phone with a Serbian power outlet and powering any mobile phone using a two pin Type F USB charger.

Serbian power outlet

Various combinations of standards and plugs can all lead to confusion when planning to stay in another country if you've never visited before. These guidelines were specifically written to prepare visitors wanting to power their mobile phone abroad.If you're planning a holiday to Serbia these instructions show how to supply power to the mobile phone by using their standard Type F or C 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. You will find power supplies are different depending on which area you are visiting so please read the power supplies and Europe page for a full list of countries. When travelling to Serbia from a different country please ensure your mobile phone can be charged using a 240v supply. If the mobile phone was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check the mobile phone is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to avoid the device from overloading during charging. If you're planning on staying in a place like Belgrade or Novi Sad please refer to the Serbian country page on Wikipedia [1] for more indepth information.

These instructions are for a generic mobile phone and assume the phone has a standard micro USB port, Bluetooth connectivity and a headphone socket. For a specific mobile phone please visit the Mobile phones page for a full list of makes and models.

Charging any mobile phone in Serbia

Can you use any mobile phone in Serbia?

You can use any mobile phone in Serbia.

What is the best power adapter for any mobile phone in Serbia?

If you are travelling with more than your mobile phone the best international travel adapter for Serbia to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Serbs use two different types of power outlets (types F and C) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C.

Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 volts to 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by changing the heads. If your type of mobile phone is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times by using one of these USB power adapters, plus additional support for more power hungry devices.

Having a four port adapter means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring seperate travel chargers on your Serbian trip. By only packing a single USB travel charger will help keep the overall size down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage and on hand for recharging your mobile phone at an airport or on the flight. Due to their space saving versatility these types of chargers can be used when back at home as well as abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones, tablets and speakers without using up an additional wall outlet.

For those travelling to Serbia we recommend buying this type of versatile power adapter at an electronics retailer. The multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Serbia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices using USB, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is necessary for travellers to counties with unreliable power grids to prevent damage to any connected appliances. These travel converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact option for travellers originating from America going to Serbia.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from America using type B plugs and gives almost the same functionality as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers a more flexible 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it perfect for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Serbia. [7] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for any mobile phone in Serbia?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your mobile phone from a Serbian power outlet

Using type B USB Micro connector with a Europlug Type C USB charger to charge your mobile phone with a Serbian power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to the mobile phone using a Serbian power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [3] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [4].
  2. Start by plugging the Type C USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. You can identify the power supply by the two round adjacent holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins slide into.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB Type B connector into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on any mobile phone. These instructions assume your phone uses a Micro USB type B port. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your mobile to check this is correct and visit the Mobile phones page to see if your model is listed (please note you can usually connect the cable which came with your mobile phone to charge with any USB adapter).
  4. The USB charging port is typically located either on along one side or on the bottom of the mobile phone.
  5. Turn on the Serbian power outlet.
  6. The battery indicator on the mobile phone should indicate that the device is charging, refer to your phone`s instruction manual to find out how long it will typically take. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your mobile phone from a Serbian power outlet

Powering any mobile phone with a Serbian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

A guide showing you how to recharge your mobile phone with a Serbian power outlet using type B USB Micro connector with a Schuko Type F USB charger.

  1. To charge any mobile phone from the Serbian power outlet you will need to use a Type F USB power plug adapter [6] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [4].
  2. Firstly you'll need to plug the Type F USB power plug adapter in the Serbian power outlet. You can identify this plug supply by the two 4.8mm circular adjacent holes next to each other for live and neutral, plus thin grounding clips at the top and bottom.
  3. Connect one end of the type B Micro USB cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on any mobile phone. These instructions assume your phone uses a Micro USB type B port. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your mobile to check this is correct and visit the Mobile phones page to see if your model is listed (note that you can usually connect the cable supplied with your mobile phone to charge with any USB adapter).
  4. The USB charging port is normally located either on the bottom or side of the mobile.
  5. Turn on the Serbian power outlet.
  6. The battery indicator on the mobile phone will indicate that the phone is charging, refer to the phone`s instruction manual to find out how long it will typically take. [AD]
Powering any mobile phone with a Serbian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Serbian country page on Wikipedia
  2. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  3. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  4. USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable - Used to connect USB devices which have a USB Mini-B port to computers, power supplies and other devices.
  5. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  6. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible ports..
  7. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..