From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Canary Islands
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Canary Islands: Some of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Canary Islands (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)
Canary IslandsYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Canary Islands
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Canary Islands: 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 Canary Islands
Canary Islands runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
The electricity infrastructure of Canary Islands follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities and tourist areas have very reliable mains power.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and F plugs (commonly written C/F). Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter covers every socket you’ll see.
- 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 Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Canary Islands?
- Partly. Some of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types (Type C) fit Canary Islands sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Canary Islands use?
- Canary Islands uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Canary Islands when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Canary Islands 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 Canary Islands the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Canary Islands is 50Hz, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast).