From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Saint Martin
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Saint Martin: Good news: all your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Saint Martin. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Saint MartinYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Saint Martin
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Saint Martin: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Saint Martin
Saint Martin (French side) is 230V/60Hz with Type C and E sockets. French electrical standards.
Grid & history
EDF Saint-Martin supplies the French side, primarily from heavy fuel oil with growing solar.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is 230V, but frequency is 60Hz, unlike most 230V countries.
- Different from the Dutch side (Sint Maarten). See that page.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Saint Martin?
- Yes. Every Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Saint Martin sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Saint Martin use?
- Saint Martin uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Saint Martin when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Saint Martin 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 Saint Martin the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Saint Martin is 60Hz, while Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.