From Pitcairn Islands to Somaliland
When travelling from Pitcairn Islands to Somaliland: None of your Pitcairn Islands plug types fit in Somaliland. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Pitcairn Islands
SomalilandYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Somaliland
Type C
Type G
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Somaliland: C, G
No fit for: I
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Somaliland
Somaliland runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and G sockets.
Grid & history
Somaliland’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities have generally reliable supply; rural electrification is uneven and outages are not unusual.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and G plugs (commonly written C/G). Type G is the British-style three-rectangular-pin socket, with internal shutters for safety.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- Bring a universal adapter that covers Type C and G, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Pitcairn Islands plug work in Somaliland?
- No. None of your Pitcairn Islands plugs (Type I) fit in Somaliland sockets (Type C, Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Somaliland use?
- Somaliland uses Type C, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Somaliland when travelling from Pitcairn Islands?
- Somaliland runs on 230V, the same as Pitcairn Islands. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Somaliland the same as Pitcairn Islands?
- Frequency in Somaliland is 50Hz, the same as Pitcairn Islands.