From Saint Kitts and Nevis to Eritrea
When travelling from Saint Kitts and Nevis to Eritrea: None of your Saint Kitts and Nevis plug types fit in Eritrea. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
EritreaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Eritrea
Type C
Type E
Type L
0 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, G • Eritrea: C, E, L
No fit for: A, B, G
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Eritrea
Eritrea uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, E, and L sockets. An unusual Italian colonial legacy mixed with French standards.
Grid & history
EEC supplies a small grid running on oil-fired plants. Most of the country is off-grid.
Availability
Unreliable. Long scheduled outages are normal.
Sockets & hotels
A mix of Italian Type L (colonial legacy) and French Type E.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- Universal adapter covering C/E/L is safest.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saint Kitts and Nevis plug work in Eritrea?
- No. None of your Saint Kitts and Nevis plugs (Type A, Type B, Type G) fit in Eritrea sockets (Type C, Type E, Type L), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Eritrea use?
- Eritrea uses Type C, Type E, Type L. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Eritrea when travelling from Saint Kitts and Nevis?
- Eritrea runs on 230V, the same as Saint Kitts and Nevis. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Eritrea the same as Saint Kitts and Nevis?
- Frequency in Eritrea is 50Hz, while Saint Kitts and Nevis uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.