From Brazil to Yemen
When travelling from Brazil to Yemen: Some of your Brazil plug types fit in Yemen (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.
Brazil
YemenYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Yemen
Type C
Type D
Type G
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, N • Yemen: C, D, 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 converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Yemen
Yemen uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, D, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Yemen’s grid has largely collapsed due to ongoing conflict. Most accessible electricity now comes from rooftop solar and small generators; the public grid operates intermittently where it operates at all.
Availability
Effectively absent in many areas. Rooftop solar is the largest single supply source.
Sockets & hotels
A mix of UK Type G, Indian Type D, and European Type C plugs are in use depending on building era.
Energy mix
Decentralised solar dominates due to grid collapse.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter is essential.
- High-capacity power banks and a small solar charger are practical additions.