From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Niger
All plugs match
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Niger: Good news: all your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Niger. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
NigerYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Niger
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Niger: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Niger
Niger is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
Niger imports most of its electricity from Nigeria, supplemented by domestic coal and solar.
Availability
Unreliable. Niamey has scheduled outages; rural areas are largely off-grid.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Renewables35%
Fossil65%
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Niger?
- Yes. Every Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in Niger sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Niger use?
- Niger uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Niger when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Niger 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 Niger the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Niger is 50Hz, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast).