From French Polynesia to Equatorial Guinea
When travelling from French Polynesia to Equatorial Guinea: Good news: all your French Polynesia plug types fit in Equatorial Guinea. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
French Polynesia
Equatorial GuineaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Equatorial Guinea
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Equatorial Guinea: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
SEGESA supplies the country from a mix of natural gas (the country is a gas exporter) and hydropower.
Availability
Reliable in Malabo and Bata.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.