From Papua New Guinea to Gambia
When travelling from Papua New Guinea to Gambia: None of your Papua New Guinea plug types fit in Gambia. 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
GambiaYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Gambia
Type G
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Gambia: G
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 Gambia
Gambia runs on 230V/50Hz with Type G sockets, UK-style.
Grid & history
NAWEC supplies the country from a mix of heavy fuel oil and growing solar.
Availability
Unreliable. Outages common; most accommodation has backup.
Sockets & hotels
Type G is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A Type G adapter is essential for any non-UK plug.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Papua New Guinea plug work in Gambia?
- No. None of your Papua New Guinea plugs (Type I) fit in Gambia sockets (Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Gambia use?
- Gambia uses Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Gambia when travelling from Papua New Guinea?
- Gambia 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 Gambia the same as Papua New Guinea?
- Frequency in Gambia is 50Hz, the same as Papua New Guinea.