From French Polynesia to Egypt
When travelling from French Polynesia to Egypt: Some of your French Polynesia plug types fit in Egypt (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.
French Polynesia
EgyptYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Egypt
Type C
Type F
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Egypt: C, F
No fit for: E
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 Egypt
Egypt runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, the same standard used across continental Europe.
Grid & history
Natural gas dominates generation, with growing solar (Benban Solar Park is among the world’s largest) and wind. Nuclear is in development at El-Dabaa on the Mediterranean coast.
Availability
Supply is reliable in Cairo, Alexandria, and major tourist areas. Rural Upper Egypt sees occasional outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard, and Type C Europlugs slot directly into Type F sockets.
Energy mix
Natural gas dominates; solar growing rapidly.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is 230V, so modern chargers handle it.
- Bring a power bank for long desert or Nile cruise days when sockets may be scarce.