The table below summarises the plug types, voltage and frequency of electrical current in both Cape Verde and Benin.
| Cape Verde | Benin | |
|---|---|---|
| Plug Types | C, F | E |
| Voltage | 220V | 220V |
| Frequency of electrical current | 50Hz | 50Hz |
In Cape Verde there's more than one plug type in use.
What type of plug does your appliance have?
You will need this adaptor:
Socket Type
(Cape Verde) to Plug Type E
(Benin)
You will need this adaptor:
Socket Type
(Cape Verde) to Plug Type E
(Benin)
The voltage found in Cape Verde and Benin is exactly the same (220V). You will not need a transformer.
The frequency found in Cape Verde and Benin is exactly the same (50Hz). Timing devices and appliances that use motors will function as expected under this frequency.