From Democratic Republic of the Congo to Costa Rica
When travelling from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Costa Rica: None of your Democratic Republic of the Congo plug types fit in Costa Rica. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 120V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 120V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Costa RicaYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Costa Rica
Type A
Type B
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Costa Rica: A, B
No fit for: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 120V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
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 Costa Rica
Costa Rica is 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, the same standard travellers from the US and Canada are used to.
Grid & history
Costa Rica has one of the cleanest grids in the world, over 95% renewable in most years, dominated by hydropower with growing geothermal and wind. The country has run on 100% renewables for months at a time.
Availability
Reliable nationwide.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Hydropower-dominated; near-100% renewable.
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- The supply matches the US 120V, so US chargers work directly.
- Costa Rica is a leader in renewable energy, interesting for energy-curious travellers.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Democratic Republic of the Congo plug work in Costa Rica?
- No. None of your Democratic Republic of the Congo plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Costa Rica sockets (Type A, Type B), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Costa Rica use?
- Costa Rica uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Costa Rica when travelling from Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- Costa Rica runs on 120V, while Democratic Republic of the Congo uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 120V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Costa Rica the same as Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- Frequency in Costa Rica is 60Hz, while Democratic Republic of the Congo uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.