From South Sudan to São Tomé and Príncipe
When travelling from South Sudan to São Tomé and Príncipe: Some of your South Sudan plug types fit in São Tomé and Príncipe (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
South Sudan
São Tomé and PríncipeYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type D
No fit
Type G
No fit
Accepted in São Tomé and Príncipe
Type C
Type F
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: C, D, G • São Tomé and Príncipe: C, F
No fit for: D, G
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 São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, following the Portuguese standard.
Grid & history
EMAE supplies the islands from a mix of small hydropower and diesel; outages occur during low rainfall.
Availability
Reliable in São Tomé city; outer islands variable.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.