From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Trinidad and Tobago
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Trinidad and Tobago: None of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Trinidad and Tobago. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 115V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 115V you’ll also need a voltage converter. 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)
Trinidad and TobagoYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Trinidad and Tobago
Type A
Type B
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Trinidad and Tobago: A, B
No fit for: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 115V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago is 115V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, the North American standard.
Grid & history
Trinidad has vast natural gas reserves and generates virtually all electricity from gas. Major LNG and petrochemicals exporter.
Availability
Reliable nationwide.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- Voltage is 115V.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Trinidad and Tobago?
- No. None of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Trinidad and Tobago sockets (Type A, Type B), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Trinidad and Tobago use?
- Trinidad and Tobago uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 115V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Trinidad and Tobago when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Trinidad and Tobago runs on 115V, while Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 115V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Trinidad and Tobago the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Trinidad and Tobago 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.