From Guinea-Bissau to Mali
When travelling from Guinea-Bissau to Mali: Some of your Guinea-Bissau plug types fit in Mali (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
MaliYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Mali
Type C
Type E
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Mali: 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 Mali
Mali is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the standard French-style setup.
Grid & history
EDM-SA supplies the country; hydropower from the Manantali dam plus oil-fired plants. Outages are common.
Availability
Unreliable. Generators are common.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Guinea-Bissau plug work in Mali?
- Partly. Some of your Guinea-Bissau plug types (Type C) fit Mali sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Mali use?
- Mali uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Mali when travelling from Guinea-Bissau?
- Mali runs on 230V, the same as Guinea-Bissau. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Mali the same as Guinea-Bissau?
- Frequency in Mali is 50Hz, the same as Guinea-Bissau.