From Saint Barthélemy to Mali
When travelling from Saint Barthélemy to Mali: Good news: all your Saint Barthélemy plug types fit in Mali. 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
MaliYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Mali
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Mali: 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 Mali
Mali is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the standard French-style setup.
Grid & history
EDM-SA supplies the country; hydropower from the Manantali dam plus oil-fired plants. Outages are common.
Availability
Unreliable. Generators are common.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saint Barthélemy plug work in Mali?
- Yes. Every Saint Barthélemy plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Mali sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Mali use?
- Mali uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Mali when travelling from Saint Barthélemy?
- Mali runs on 230V, the same as Saint Barthélemy. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Mali the same as Saint Barthélemy?
- Frequency in Mali is 50Hz, while Saint Barthélemy uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.