From Tanzania to Guinea-Bissau
No plugs match
When travelling from Tanzania to Guinea-Bissau: None of your Tanzania plug types fit in Guinea-Bissau. 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.
Tanzania
Guinea-BissauYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Guinea-Bissau
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Guinea-Bissau: C, F
No fit for: 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 Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets.
Grid & history
EAGB supplies Bissau primarily from heavy fuel oil; rural areas are largely off-grid.
Availability
Unreliable. Generators are common.
Sockets & hotels
Type F (Schuko) standard.
Energy mix
Renewables5%
Fossil95%
Practical tips
- A small Type C/F European adapter is all you need.
- Bring a power bank because outages are common.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Tanzania plug work in Guinea-Bissau?
- No. None of your Tanzania plugs (Type G) fit in Guinea-Bissau sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Guinea-Bissau use?
- Guinea-Bissau uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Guinea-Bissau when travelling from Tanzania?
- Guinea-Bissau runs on 230V, the same as Tanzania. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Guinea-Bissau the same as Tanzania?
- Frequency in Guinea-Bissau is 50Hz, the same as Tanzania.