From Burkina Faso to Laos
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Laos: Some of your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Laos (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
LaosYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Laos
Type A
Type B
Type C
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Laos: A, B, C
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 Laos
Laos uses 230V/50Hz with Type A, B, and C sockets.
Grid & history
Laos is the "battery of Southeast Asia", vast hydropower exports to Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Domestic supply is reliable in most populated areas.
Availability
Reliable in Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and along the main highway corridor.
Sockets & hotels
Hybrid sockets accepting US flat pins (A/B) and European round pins (C) are common.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates; major exporter.
Practical tips
- Most US and European plugs fit Lao sockets directly.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Laos?
- Partly. Some of your Burkina Faso plug types (Type C) fit Laos sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Laos use?
- Laos uses Type A, Type B, Type C. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Laos when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Laos runs on 230V, the same as Burkina Faso. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Laos the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Laos is 50Hz, the same as Burkina Faso.