From Equatorial Guinea to Uruguay
When travelling from Equatorial Guinea to Uruguay: Some of your Equatorial Guinea plug types fit in Uruguay (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.
Equatorial Guinea
UruguayYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Uruguay
Type C
Type F
Type L
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Uruguay: C, F, L
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 Uruguay
Uruguay runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and L sockets.
Grid & history
Uruguay achieved one of the world’s most ambitious renewable transitions, wind, solar, biomass, and hydropower now generate more than 95% of electricity. The country exports surplus to Argentina and Brazil.
Availability
Excellent.
Sockets & hotels
Type F and Type L (Italian) coexist; Type C Europlugs fit both.
Energy mix
Wind + hydro dominate; near-100% renewable.
Practical tips
- A European C/F/L universal adapter is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Equatorial Guinea plug work in Uruguay?
- Partly. Some of your Equatorial Guinea plug types (Type C) fit Uruguay sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Uruguay use?
- Uruguay uses Type C, Type F, Type L. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Uruguay when travelling from Equatorial Guinea?
- Uruguay runs on 230V, the same as Equatorial Guinea. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Uruguay the same as Equatorial Guinea?
- Frequency in Uruguay is 50Hz, the same as Equatorial Guinea.