From Cocos (Keeling) Islands to São Tomé and Príncipe
When travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands to São Tomé and Príncipe: None of your Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug types fit in São Tomé and Príncipe. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
São Tomé and PríncipeYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in São Tomé and Príncipe
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • São Tomé and Príncipe: C, F
No fit for: I
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, following the Portuguese standard.
Grid & history
EMAE supplies the islands from a mix of small hydropower and diesel; outages occur during low rainfall.
Availability
Reliable in São Tomé city; outer islands variable.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug work in São Tomé and Príncipe?
- No. None of your Cocos (Keeling) Islands plugs (Type I) fit in São Tomé and Príncipe sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does São Tomé and Príncipe use?
- São Tomé and Príncipe uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for São Tomé and Príncipe when travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- São Tomé and Príncipe runs on 230V, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in São Tomé and Príncipe the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Frequency in São Tomé and Príncipe is 50Hz, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands.