From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Guinea
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Guinea: Some of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Guinea (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
GuineaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Guinea
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Guinea: C, F
No fit for: E
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 Guinea
Guinea is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
EDG supplies the country from a mix of hydropower (Kaleta, Souapiti) and diesel; reliability is improving as hydro capacity grows.
Availability
Reliable in Conakry; rural areas variable.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is 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 Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Guinea?
- Partly. Some of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types (Type C) fit Guinea sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Guinea use?
- Guinea uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Guinea when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Guinea runs on 230V, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Guinea the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Guinea is 50Hz, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast).