From Guinea-Bissau to Equatorial Guinea
When travelling from Guinea-Bissau to Equatorial Guinea: Some of your Guinea-Bissau plug types fit in Equatorial Guinea (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.
Guinea-Bissau
Equatorial GuineaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Equatorial Guinea
Type C
Type E
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Equatorial Guinea: C, E
No fit for: F
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 Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
SEGESA supplies the country from a mix of natural gas (the country is a gas exporter) and hydropower.
Availability
Reliable in Malabo and Bata.
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 Guinea-Bissau plug work in Equatorial Guinea?
- Partly. Some of your Guinea-Bissau plug types (Type C) fit Equatorial Guinea sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Equatorial Guinea use?
- Equatorial Guinea uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Equatorial Guinea when travelling from Guinea-Bissau?
- Equatorial Guinea runs on 230V, the same as Guinea-Bissau. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Equatorial Guinea the same as Guinea-Bissau?
- Frequency in Equatorial Guinea is 50Hz, the same as Guinea-Bissau.