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From Malta to Burkina Faso

No plugs match

When travelling from Malta to Burkina Faso: None of your Malta plug types fit in Burkina Faso. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

MaltaMalta
Burkina FasoBurkina Faso

Your plugs

Plug G

Type G

No fit

Accepted in Burkina Faso

Plug C

Type C

Plug E

Type E

0 of 1 plug type(s) match

You: G • Burkina Faso: C, E

No fit for: G

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match.

About electricity in Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.

BF

Grid & history

SONABEL supplies a grid heavily dependent on oil-fired generation; solar is being added but the system is underbuilt.

Availability

Unreliable outside Ouagadougou.

Sockets & hotels

Type E (French) is standard.

Energy mix

Renewables20%
Fossil80%

Practical tips

  • European C/E adapter works.
  • Bring a power bank because outages are common.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Malta plug work in Burkina Faso?
No. None of your Malta plugs (Type G) fit in Burkina Faso sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel adapter.
What plug type does Burkina Faso use?
Burkina Faso uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Burkina Faso when travelling from Malta?
Burkina Faso runs on 230V, the same as Malta. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in Burkina Faso the same as Malta?
Frequency in Burkina Faso is 50Hz, the same as Malta.