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From Central African Republic to Equatorial Guinea

All plugs match

When travelling from Central African Republic to Equatorial Guinea: Good news: all your Central African Republic plug types fit in Equatorial Guinea. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

Central African RepublicCentral African Republic
Equatorial GuineaEquatorial Guinea

Your plugs

Plug C

Type C

Fits

Plug E

Type E

Fits

Accepted in Equatorial Guinea

Plug C

Type C

Plug E

Type E

2 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: C, E • Equatorial Guinea: C, E

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You may not need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.

About electricity in Equatorial Guinea

Equatorial Guinea is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.

GQ

Grid & history

SEGESA supplies the country from a mix of natural gas (the country is a gas exporter) and hydropower.

Availability

Reliable in Malabo and Bata.

Sockets & hotels

Type E (French) standard.

Energy mix

Renewables40%
Fossil60%

Practical tips

  • European C/E adapter works.
  • Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Central African Republic plug work in Equatorial Guinea?
Yes. Every Central African Republic plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Equatorial Guinea sockets without an adapter.
What plug type does Equatorial Guinea use?
Equatorial Guinea uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Equatorial Guinea when travelling from Central African Republic?
Equatorial Guinea runs on 230V, the same as Central African Republic. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in Equatorial Guinea the same as Central African Republic?
Frequency in Equatorial Guinea is 50Hz, the same as Central African Republic.