Travel adapter from Tajikistan to Cape Verde — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Cape Verde?

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

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Tajikistan and Cape Verde, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

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

Tajikistan (home)

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

Cape Verde (destination)

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

Electrical specifications in Cape Verde

Voltage

Tajikistan 230 V

Cape Verde 230 V

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Frequency

Tajikistan 50 Hz

Cape Verde 50 Hz

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More about plugs in Cape Verde

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

Full Cape Verde plug guide