From Saint Barthélemy to Democratic Republic of the Congo
When travelling from Saint Barthélemy to Democratic Republic of the Congo: Good news: all your Saint Barthélemy plug types fit in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Barthélemy
Democratic Republic of the CongoYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Democratic Republic of the Congo: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
The DRC has vast hydropower potential. The Inga dams on the Congo River are among the largest in Africa. Despite this, electrification rates are low and many regions rely on diesel generators or have no grid at all.
Availability
Reliable only in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, and a few other cities. Most of the country is off-grid.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard in cities.
Energy mix
Hydropower-dominated where grid exists; vast unelectrified population.
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- A power bank is essential outside major cities.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saint Barthélemy plug work in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- Yes. Every Saint Barthélemy plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Democratic Republic of the Congo sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Democratic Republic of the Congo use?
- Democratic Republic of the Congo uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Democratic Republic of the Congo when travelling from Saint Barthélemy?
- Democratic Republic of the Congo runs on 230V, the same as Saint Barthélemy. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Democratic Republic of the Congo the same as Saint Barthélemy?
- Frequency in Democratic Republic of the Congo is 50Hz, while Saint Barthélemy uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.