From Antigua and Barbuda to Benin
When travelling from Antigua and Barbuda to Benin: None of your Antigua and Barbuda plug types fit in Benin. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (110V / 220V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Antigua and Barbuda
BeninYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Benin
Type C
Type E
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Benin: C, E
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V / 220V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Benin
Benin is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
SBEE imports most of its electricity from Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire; domestic generation is small.
Availability
Reliable in Cotonou and Porto-Novo.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.