From Benin to Burkina Faso
All plugs match
When travelling from Benin to Burkina Faso: Good news: all your Benin plug types fit in Burkina Faso. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Benin
Burkina FasoYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Burkina Faso
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Burkina Faso: 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 Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
SONABEL supplies a grid heavily dependent on oil-fired generation; solar is being added but the system is underbuilt.
Availability
Unreliable outside Ouagadougou.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Renewables20%
Fossil80%
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Benin plug work in Burkina Faso?
- Yes. Every Benin plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Burkina Faso sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Burkina Faso use?
- Burkina Faso uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Burkina Faso when travelling from Benin?
- Burkina Faso runs on 230V, the same as Benin. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Burkina Faso the same as Benin?
- Frequency in Burkina Faso is 50Hz, the same as Benin.