From Colombia to Mauritania
When travelling from Colombia to Mauritania: None of your Colombia plug types fit in Mauritania. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (110V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Colombia
MauritaniaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Mauritania
Type C
Type E
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Mauritania: C, E
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
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 Mauritania
Mauritania uses 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the standard French-style setup.
Grid & history
SOMELEC supplies a grid heavily dependent on heavy fuel oil; wind and solar in the desert are being added.
Availability
Reliable in Nouakchott; vast rural areas off-grid.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Colombia plug work in Mauritania?
- No. None of your Colombia plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Mauritania sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Mauritania use?
- Mauritania uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Mauritania when travelling from Colombia?
- Mauritania runs on 230V, while Colombia uses 110V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Mauritania the same as Colombia?
- Frequency in Mauritania is 50Hz, while Colombia uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.