From Papua New Guinea to Angola
When travelling from Papua New Guinea to Angola: None of your Papua New Guinea plug types fit in Angola. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Papua New Guinea
AngolaYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Angola
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Angola: C, F
No fit for: I
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Angola
Angola runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets. A Portuguese legacy.
Grid & history
Hydropower from the Kwanza and Cubango rivers plus growing gas-fired plants make up the bulk of Angolan electricity. Major investments are underway to expand transmission.
Availability
Reliable in Luanda. Rural areas can see outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is standard, reflecting Portuguese colonial influence.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Papua New Guinea plug work in Angola?
- No. None of your Papua New Guinea plugs (Type I) fit in Angola sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Angola use?
- Angola uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Angola when travelling from Papua New Guinea?
- Angola runs on 230V, while Papua New Guinea uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Angola the same as Papua New Guinea?
- Frequency in Angola is 50Hz, the same as Papua New Guinea.