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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, E


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type E Plug
Type E Socket
Type E

Plugs & sockets in Botswana

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

D, G


Type D Plug
Type D Socket
Type D
Type G Plug
Type G Socket
Type G

Benin to Botswana: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Getting ready for your journey from Benin to Botswana? Electrical compatibility is easy to overlook, but bringing the wrong plug or forgetting an adapter can leave you scrambling at your hotel. Here's what you need to know.

Your Benin plugs (Type C, E) won't fit Botswana's outlets (Type D, G). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Botswana before you depart.

The voltage and frequency in Botswana (230V, 50Hz) are close to Benin (220V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

When packing for Botswana, bring at least one adapter per room if you're traveling with others. Airport shops often sell them at a markup, so ordering one online beforehand saves money. A small power strip from home can also multiply a single adapter into several outlets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Benin uses Type C/E plugs and Botswana uses Type D/G. Since these are incompatible, you will need a travel adapter.