From Burkina Faso to Saint Pierre and Miquelon
All plugs match
When travelling from Burkina Faso to Saint Pierre and Miquelon: Good news: all your Burkina Faso plug types fit in Saint Pierre and Miquelon. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Burkina Faso
Saint Pierre and MiquelonYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Saint Pierre and Miquelon: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Pierre and Miquelon runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets. French standards.
Grid & history
EDF supplies the small archipelago, primarily from diesel with growing renewables.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Renewables10%
Fossil90%
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
- Note: this is the only French overseas territory in North America. French electrics, not Canadian US-style.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burkina Faso plug work in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
- Yes. Every Burkina Faso plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Saint Pierre and Miquelon sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Saint Pierre and Miquelon use?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Saint Pierre and Miquelon when travelling from Burkina Faso?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon runs on 230V, the same as Burkina Faso. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Saint Pierre and Miquelon the same as Burkina Faso?
- Frequency in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is 50Hz, the same as Burkina Faso.