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From Puerto Rico to Mali

No plugs match

When travelling from Puerto Rico to Mali: None of your Puerto Rico plug types fit in Mali. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (120V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.

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Your plugs

Plug A

Type A

No fit

Plug B

Type B

No fit

Accepted in Mali

Plug C

Type C

Plug E

Type E

0 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: A, B • Mali: C, E

No fit for: A, B

Voltage: 120V → 230V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz

Different frequency

Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Mali

Mali is 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the standard French-style setup.

ML

Grid & history

EDM-SA supplies the country; hydropower from the Manantali dam plus oil-fired plants. Outages are common.

Availability

Unreliable. Generators are common.

Sockets & hotels

Type E (French) is standard.

Energy mix

Renewables35%
Fossil65%

Practical tips

  • European C/E adapter works.
  • Bring a power bank because outages are common.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Puerto Rico plug work in Mali?
No. None of your Puerto Rico plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Mali sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel adapter.
What plug type does Mali use?
Mali uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Mali when travelling from Puerto Rico?
Mali runs on 230V, while Puerto Rico uses 120V. 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 Mali the same as Puerto Rico?
Frequency in Mali is 50Hz, while Puerto Rico uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.