Travel adapter from Germany to Angola — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Angola?

Angola uses Type C and Type F plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Germany and Angola, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

Good news — Germany and Angola both use the same plug shape and compatible voltage. You can plug your devices straight into the wall in Angola without an adapter or converter.

Germany (home)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type F Two round pins + side earth contacts 220–240V

Angola (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type F Two round pins + side earth contacts 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Angola

Voltage

Germany 230 V

Angola 230 V

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Frequency

Germany 50 Hz

Angola 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Angola

In Angola, the standard power plug is Type C and Type F. The country runs on 230 volts at 50 Hz. That means wall sockets in Angola can be one of 2 different shapes — Type C, Type F, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Angola plug guide