Last updated: 6 August 2020

What type of plugs and sockets are used in Congo-Brazzaville (the Republic of the Congo)?

In Congo-Brazzaville (the Republic of the Congo), plug and socket types C and E are the official standards. Since type F plugs are identical to type E plugs, they can also be used with type E sockets. The Republic of the Congo has standardized on the same plugs and receptacles as France, just like almost all other former French colonies.




Type E

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Type C

  • commonly used in Europe, South America & Asia
  • 2 pins
  • not grounded
  • 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A
  • almost always 220 – 240 V
  • socket compatible with plug type C
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What is the mains voltage in Congo-Brazzaville (the Republic of the Congo)?

Just like in many former French colonies, the voltage in Congo-Brazzaville (the Republic of the Congo) is 230 volts and the frequency is 50 Hz.

230 V ~ 50 Hz



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Type B

Type C

Type D

Type E

Type F

Type G

Type H

Type I

Type J

Type K

Type L

Type M

Type N

Type O

Type A