From Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Tanzania
When travelling from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Tanzania: Some of your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug types fit in Tanzania (G). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (110V / 230V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz / 60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
TanzaniaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Tanzania
Type G
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, G • Tanzania: G
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V / 230V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Tanzania
Tanzania uses 230V/50Hz with Type G sockets, the UK-style three-pin standard.
Grid & history
TANESCO operates the national grid, which is hydro-heavy (Nyumba ya Mungu, Kihansi) with gas backup. The new Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project on the Rufiji River is significantly expanding capacity.
Availability
Reliable in Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Zanzibar. Rural areas and Zanzibar after storms can see longer outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type G is standard in modern buildings and hotels.
Energy mix
Hydropower is the largest source.
Practical tips
- A Type G adapter is essential for any non-UK plug.
- Bring a power bank for safari and Zanzibar power dips.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug work in Tanzania?
- Partly. Some of your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug types (Type G) fit Tanzania sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Tanzania use?
- Tanzania uses Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Tanzania when travelling from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
- Tanzania runs on 230V, while Saint Vincent and the Grenadines uses 110V / 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Tanzania the same as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
- Frequency in Tanzania is 50Hz, while Saint Vincent and the Grenadines uses 50Hz / 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.