From Brazil to Eritrea
When travelling from Brazil to Eritrea: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Eritrea (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (127V / 220V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Your plugs
Type C
Fits
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Eritrea
Type C
Type E
Type L
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, N • Eritrea: C, E, L
No fit for: N
Voltage: 127V / 220V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
Adapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Eritrea
Eritrea uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, E, and L sockets. An unusual Italian colonial legacy mixed with French standards.
Grid & history
EEC supplies a small grid running on oil-fired plants. Most of the country is off-grid.
Availability
Unreliable. Long scheduled outages are normal.
Sockets & hotels
A mix of Italian Type L (colonial legacy) and French Type E.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- Universal adapter covering C/E/L is safest.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.