From Somalia to Yemen
When travelling from Somalia to Yemen: Good news: all your Somalia plug types fit in Yemen. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Somalia
YemenYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Yemen
Type C
Type D
Type G
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, G • Yemen: C, D, G
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 Yemen
Yemen uses 230V/50Hz with Type C, D, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Yemen’s grid has largely collapsed due to ongoing conflict. Most accessible electricity now comes from rooftop solar and small generators; the public grid operates intermittently where it operates at all.
Availability
Effectively absent in many areas. Rooftop solar is the largest single supply source.
Sockets & hotels
A mix of UK Type G, Indian Type D, and European Type C plugs are in use depending on building era.
Energy mix
Decentralised solar dominates due to grid collapse.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter is essential.
- High-capacity power banks and a small solar charger are practical additions.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Somalia plug work in Yemen?
- Yes. Every Somalia plug type (Type C, Type G) fits in Yemen sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Yemen use?
- Yemen uses Type C, Type D, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Yemen when travelling from Somalia?
- Yemen runs on 230V, the same as Somalia. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Yemen the same as Somalia?
- Frequency in Yemen is 50Hz, the same as Somalia.