Will my Brazil plug work in Somaliland?

Partly. Some of your Brazil plug types (Type C) fit Somaliland sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.

What plug type does Somaliland use?

Somaliland uses Type C, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.

Do I need a voltage converter for Somaliland when travelling from Brazil?

Somaliland runs on 230V, while Brazil uses 127V / 220V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.

Is the electrical frequency in Somaliland the same as Brazil?

Frequency in Somaliland is 50Hz, while Brazil uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.

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From Brazil to Somaliland

Some plugs match

When travelling from Brazil to Somaliland: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Somaliland (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.

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Somaliland

Your plugs

Type C

Fits

Type N

No fit

Accepted in Somaliland

Type C

Type G

1 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: C, N • Somaliland: C, G

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.

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Somaliland

Somaliland runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and G sockets.

Grid & history

Somaliland’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.

Availability

Cities have generally reliable supply; rural electrification is uneven and outages are not unusual.

Sockets & hotels

Outlets accept Type C and G plugs (commonly written C/G). Type G is the British-style three-rectangular-pin socket, with internal shutters for safety.

Energy mix

Data not available

Practical tips

Bring a universal adapter that covers Type C and G, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Brazil plug work in Somaliland?: Partly. Some of your Brazil plug types (Type C) fit Somaliland sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
What plug type does Somaliland use?: Somaliland uses Type C, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Somaliland when travelling from Brazil?: Somaliland runs on 230V, while Brazil uses 127V / 220V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
Is the electrical frequency in Somaliland the same as Brazil?: Frequency in Somaliland is 50Hz, while Brazil uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.