From Burkina Faso to Afghanistan
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Afghanistan: Some of your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Afghanistan (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Burkina Faso
AfghanistanYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Afghanistan
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Afghanistan: C, F
No fit for: E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Afghanistan
Afghanistan runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
Power in Afghanistan is delivered at 230V/50Hz, consistent with the broader regional pattern. A detailed generation mix is not yet available on this page.
Availability
Tourist hotels and city centers tend to be stable; remote areas may have scheduled or weather-related outages.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and F plugs (commonly written C/F). Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter covers every socket you’ll see.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Afghanistan?
- Partly. Some of your Burkina Faso plug types (Type C) fit Afghanistan sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Afghanistan use?
- Afghanistan uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Afghanistan when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Afghanistan runs on 230V, the same as Burkina Faso. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Afghanistan the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Afghanistan is 50Hz, the same as Burkina Faso.