From Kenya to Somaliland
When travelling from Kenya to Somaliland: Good news: all your Kenya plug types fit in Somaliland. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Kenya
SomalilandYour plugs
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Somaliland
Type C
Type G
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Somaliland: C, G
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Somaliland
Somaliland runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and G sockets.
Grid & history
Somaliland’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities have generally reliable supply; rural electrification is uneven and outages are not unusual.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and G plugs (commonly written C/G). Type G is the British-style three-rectangular-pin socket, with internal shutters for safety.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- Bring a universal adapter that covers Type C and G, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Kenya plug work in Somaliland?
- Yes. Every Kenya plug type (Type G) fits in Somaliland sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Somaliland use?
- Somaliland uses Type C, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Somaliland when travelling from Kenya?
- Somaliland runs on 230V, while Kenya uses 240V. 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 Somaliland the same as Kenya?
- Frequency in Somaliland is 50Hz, the same as Kenya.