From Burkina Faso to Saint Barthélemy
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Saint Barthélemy: Good news: all your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Saint Barthélemy. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Burkina Faso
Saint BarthélemyYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Saint Barthélemy
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Saint Barthélemy: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Saint Barthélemy
Saint Barthélemy is 230V/60Hz with Type C and E sockets. French electrical standards.
Grid & history
A small diesel-based grid with growing solar.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is 230V; frequency is 60Hz.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Saint Barthélemy?
- Yes. Every Burkina Faso plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Saint Barthélemy sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Saint Barthélemy use?
- Saint Barthélemy uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Saint Barthélemy when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Saint Barthélemy runs on 230V, the same as Burkina Faso. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Saint Barthélemy the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Saint Barthélemy is 60Hz, while Burkina Faso uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.