From Saint Pierre and Miquelon to Benin
All plugs match
When travelling from Saint Pierre and Miquelon to Benin: Good news: all your Saint Pierre and Miquelon plug types fit in Benin. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
BeninYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in Benin
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Benin: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Benin
Benin is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
SBEE imports most of its electricity from Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire; domestic generation is small.
Availability
Reliable in Cotonou and Porto-Novo.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Renewables30%
Fossil70%
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.