The table below summarises the plug types, voltage and frequency of electrical current in both Benin and Central African Republic.
| Benin | Central African Republic | |
|---|---|---|
| Plug Types | E | C, E |
| Voltage | 220V | 220V |
| Frequency of electrical current | 50Hz | 50Hz |
Benin uses Plug Type E.
In Central African Republic there's more than one socket type in use.
You will need this adaptor:
Socket Type
(Benin) to Plug Type C
(Central African Republic)
Central African Republic also uses Socket Type E, which is used in Benin. If using an appliance that has a Type E Plug in the Type E Sockets of Central African Republic, you will not need an adaptor.
The voltage found in Benin and Central African Republic is exactly the same (220V). You will not need a transformer.
The frequency found in Benin and Central African Republic is exactly the same (50Hz). Timing devices and appliances that use motors will function as expected under this frequency.