From Belize to Somaliland
When travelling from Belize to Somaliland: None of your Belize plug types fit in Somaliland. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (110V → 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 A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Somaliland
Type C
Type G
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Somaliland: C, G
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V → 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 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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Belize plug work in Somaliland?
- No. None of your Belize plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Somaliland sockets (Type C, Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- 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 Belize?
- Somaliland runs on 230V, while Belize uses 110V. 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 Belize?
- Frequency in Somaliland is 50Hz, while Belize uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.