From Burundi to Guinea-Bissau
When travelling from Burundi to Guinea-Bissau: Some of your Burundi plug types fit in Guinea-Bissau (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.
Burundi
Guinea-BissauYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Guinea-Bissau
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Guinea-Bissau: 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 Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
EAGB supplies Bissau primarily from heavy fuel oil; rural areas are largely off-grid.
Availability
Unreliable. Generators are common.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Burundi plug work in Guinea-Bissau?
- Partly. Some of your Burundi plug types (Type C) fit Guinea-Bissau sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Guinea-Bissau use?
- Guinea-Bissau uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Guinea-Bissau when travelling from Burundi?
- Guinea-Bissau runs on 230V, the same as Burundi. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Guinea-Bissau the same as Burundi?
- Frequency in Guinea-Bissau is 50Hz, the same as Burundi.