From Svalbard and Jan Mayen to Chad
All plugs match
When travelling from Svalbard and Jan Mayen to Chad: Good news: all your Svalbard and Jan Mayen plug types fit in Chad. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
ChadYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Chad
Type C
Type E
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Chad: C, E, F
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 Chad
Chad uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, E, and F sockets.
Grid & history
Chad has one of the lowest electrification rates in the world. The grid in N’Djamena runs on diesel with growing solar.
Availability
Very unreliable. Most of the country is off-grid.
Sockets & hotels
A mix of Type C, E, and F in modern buildings.
Energy mix
Renewables10%
Fossil90%
Practical tips
- A universal adapter is safest because outlet types vary across the country.
- A small solar charger is genuinely useful.
- A high-capacity power bank is essential because outages are routine.