From South Korea to Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
When travelling from South Korea to Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast): Some of your South Korea plug types fit in Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. 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.
South Korea
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)Your plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Type C
Type E
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast): C, E
No fit for: F
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 Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the standard French-style setup.
Grid & history
Côte d’Ivoire is West Africa’s electricity exporter. The mix is gas-fired plus hydropower from the Sassandra and Bandama rivers. Cross-border exports to Ghana, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Togo.
Availability
Reliable in Abidjan and tourist areas.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is the standard.
Energy mix
Gas + hydro; net exporter.
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.