May I legally plug a EU device to a UK socket without an adapter? [closed]

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During short stays where the risk of a fire is negligible, am I permitted to plug my European devices without an adapter in the UK?

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I have just tried this with an EU plug and a UK socket and it does not fit. Therefore if you manage to get the plug in you have damaged the socket which unless it is yours may well breach some contract you have made with the place where you are staying.

As others mentioned in comments it is dangerous anyway.

Adapters cost a few pounds for one by a reputable manufacturer and less for an unsafe one.

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Can you plug a European plug into a UK socket?

Do not put yourselves or others at risk by using foreign electrical plugs in UK sockets. Using foreign appliances in UK sockets is dangerous if their plugs have not been converted for UK use, and it could result in a fire or electric shock.

Can you rewire European plug to UK?

Euro Plug With Earth To UK Converter Plug, 13A, Black. This Adaptor Will Convert A European Plug For Use In The UK Instantly Without Cutting Any Wires! This plug can be used for applications which require a higher voltage earthed europlug to convert to UK.

Can you use German electrical appliances in the UK?

You can use your electric appliances in England, because the standard voltage (230 V) is the same as in Germany. So you don't need a voltage converter in England, when living in Germany.

Is EU plug the same as UK plug?

All of Europe operates on the same 2 round pronged outlets except for the UK and Ireland that operates on its own unique 3 flat rectangle pronged outlets. If you are travelling through the UK or Ireland (including London) you will need a UK and Ireland power point adapter.

Melted UK Plug stuck in a 3 Way Adaptor

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