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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

D, G


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

Plugs & sockets in Somalia

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C

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

If you're heading to Somalia from Botswana, it's worth checking the power situation before you pack. Different countries use different outlet types and electrical standards, so your devices may not plug in directly when you arrive.

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

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

Most modern phone chargers, laptop adapters, and camera chargers are designed to handle 100-240V input, so they'll work anywhere with just a plug adapter. Heat-producing appliances like hair dryers and flat irons are often single-voltage, so check before you plug them in abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions

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