From Burkina Faso to Haiti
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Haiti: None of your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Haiti. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 110V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 110V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Burkina Faso
HaitiYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Haiti
Type A
Type B
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Haiti: A, B
No fit for: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 110V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
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 Haiti
Haiti is 110V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, the North American standard.
Grid & history
Haiti has the lowest electrification rate in the Western Hemisphere. Most residents have no reliable grid access; diesel generators and solar lanterns are common.
Availability
Very unreliable. Most accommodation has generator backup.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets where the grid reaches.
Energy mix
Most generation is private/diesel-based.
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- A high-capacity power bank is essential because outages are routine.
- A small solar charger is useful.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Haiti?
- No. None of your Burkina Faso plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Haiti sockets (Type A, Type B), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Haiti use?
- Haiti uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 110V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Haiti when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Haiti runs on 110V, while Burkina Faso uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 110V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Haiti the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Haiti is 60Hz, while Burkina Faso uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.