From Myanmar to Madagascar
When travelling from Myanmar to Madagascar: Some of your Myanmar plug types fit in Madagascar (C, E). 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.
Myanmar
MadagascarYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type C
Fits
Type D
No fit
Type E
Fits
Type F
No fit
Type G
No fit
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Madagascar
Type C
Type E
2 of 8 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I • Madagascar: C, E
No fit for: A, B, D, F, G, I
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 Madagascar
Madagascar is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the standard French-style setup.
Grid & history
Madagascar’s grid is fragmented across several regions, with hydropower as the main source where available. Reliability is poor outside Antananarivo and a few large towns.
Availability
Unreliable nationwide. Generators are common.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is the standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Myanmar plug work in Madagascar?
- Partly. Some of your Myanmar plug types (Type C, Type E) fit Madagascar sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Madagascar use?
- Madagascar uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Madagascar when travelling from Myanmar?
- Madagascar runs on 230V, the same as Myanmar. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Madagascar the same as Myanmar?
- Frequency in Madagascar is 50Hz, the same as Myanmar.