From French Guiana to Russia
When travelling from French Guiana to Russia: Some of your French Guiana plug types fit in Russia (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.
French Guiana
RussiaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Russia
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Russia: 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 Russia
Russia runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
Russia operates one of the world’s largest power systems, dominated by natural gas, nuclear (Rosatom is a major exporter of reactor technology), and Siberian hydropower.
Availability
Reliable in Moscow and St Petersburg. Rural Siberia and the Far East can see longer outages, especially in winter.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the modern standard. Older Soviet-era buildings sometimes have ungrounded Type C sockets that still accept C and F plugs.
Energy mix
Gas dominates; hydro and nuclear significant.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is 230V. Modern chargers handle it.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my French Guiana plug work in Russia?
- Partly. Some of your French Guiana plug types (Type C) fit Russia sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Russia use?
- Russia uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Russia when travelling from French Guiana?
- Russia runs on 230V, the same as French Guiana. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Russia the same as French Guiana?
- Frequency in Russia is 50Hz, the same as French Guiana.