Travel adapter from Sweden to Benin — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Benin?

Benin uses Type C and Type E plugs at 230 V, 50 Hz.

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

No adapter needed

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

Sweden (home)

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

Benin (destination)

Type C Two round pins (Europlug) 220–240V Type E Two round pins + earth hole 220–240V

Electrical specifications in Benin

Voltage

Sweden 230 V

Benin 230 V

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Frequency

Sweden 50 Hz

Benin 50 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Benin

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

Full Benin plug guide