Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, D, E
Plugs & sockets in Rwanda
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, J
Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) to Rwanda: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Whether it's a business trip or a vacation, traveling from Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) to Rwanda requires a quick check on power compatibility. The last thing you want is to arrive and discover your charger doesn't fit the outlets.
Good news: Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) and Rwanda share compatible plug types (Type C). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Rwanda's outlets without any adapter needed.
On the voltage front, Congo (Congo-Kinshasa) (220V, 50Hz) and Rwanda (230V, 50Hz) are very similar. You shouldn't need a voltage converter for your electronics.
Don't forget that Rwanda hotel rooms sometimes have a universal shaver socket in the bathroom, but these low-wattage outlets aren't suitable for high-draw devices. For reliable charging, use the standard wall outlets with a proper adapter.


