From Tokelau to Ethiopia
When travelling from Tokelau to Ethiopia: None of your Tokelau plug types fit in Ethiopia. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Tokelau
EthiopiaYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Ethiopia
Type C
Type F
Type G
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Ethiopia: C, F, G
No fit for: I
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 Ethiopia
Ethiopia is 230V/50Hz with Type C, F, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Ethiopia’s electricity is almost entirely hydropower; the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile is now Africa’s largest hydroelectric plant. Exports to Sudan, Djibouti, Kenya, and Tanzania are growing.
Availability
Reliable in Addis Ababa and tourist areas. Rural outages possible.
Sockets & hotels
Mix of European and UK-style sockets. Universal adapter recommended.
Energy mix
Hydropower-dominated.
Practical tips
- Universal adapter covering C/F/G is safest.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Tokelau plug work in Ethiopia?
- No. None of your Tokelau plugs (Type I) fit in Ethiopia sockets (Type C, Type F, Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Ethiopia use?
- Ethiopia uses Type C, Type F, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Ethiopia when travelling from Tokelau?
- Ethiopia runs on 230V, the same as Tokelau. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Ethiopia the same as Tokelau?
- Frequency in Ethiopia is 50Hz, the same as Tokelau.