From São Tomé and Príncipe to Bulgaria
When travelling from São Tomé and Príncipe to Bulgaria: Good news: all your São Tomé and Príncipe plug types fit in Bulgaria. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
São Tomé and Príncipe
BulgariaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
Fits
Accepted in Bulgaria
Type C
Type F
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Bulgaria: C, 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 Bulgaria
Bulgaria is 230V/50Hz with Type C and F (Schuko) sockets.
Grid & history
The Kozloduy nuclear plant covers about a third of Bulgarian electricity. Coal still plays a major role; renewables (mostly hydro and wind) are growing.
Availability
Reliable in cities; rural Rhodope and Balkan mountain areas can see brief outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) is the standard.
Energy mix
Coal in decline.
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.