From Seychelles to Guinea-Bissau
When travelling from Seychelles to Guinea-Bissau: None of your Seychelles plug types fit in Guinea-Bissau. 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.
Seychelles
Guinea-BissauYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Guinea-Bissau
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Guinea-Bissau: C, F
No fit for: G
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 Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
EAGB supplies Bissau primarily from heavy fuel oil; rural areas are largely off-grid.
Availability
Unreliable. Generators are common.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Seychelles plug work in Guinea-Bissau?
- No. None of your Seychelles plugs (Type G) fit in Guinea-Bissau sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Guinea-Bissau use?
- Guinea-Bissau uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Guinea-Bissau when travelling from Seychelles?
- Guinea-Bissau runs on 230V, while Seychelles 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 Guinea-Bissau the same as Seychelles?
- Frequency in Guinea-Bissau is 50Hz, the same as Seychelles.