From Burkina Faso to Albania
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Albania: Some of your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Albania (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
AlbaniaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Albania
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Albania: 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 Albania
Albania uses 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Albania’s electricity is almost entirely hydropower (the Drin cascade), which makes the country very clean but vulnerable in dry years. Imports rise sharply during drought.
Availability
Reliable in cities. Drought years can stress supply.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates, vulnerable to drought.
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Albania?
- Partly. Some of your Burkina Faso plug types (Type C) fit Albania sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Albania use?
- Albania uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Albania when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Albania runs on 230V, the same as Burkina Faso. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Albania the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Albania is 50Hz, the same as Burkina Faso.