Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C
Plugs & sockets in Rwanda
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, J
Guinea-Bissau to Rwanda: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) No Adapter Needed
Whether it's a business trip or a vacation, traveling from Guinea-Bissau 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: Guinea-Bissau 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, Guinea-Bissau (220V, 50Hz) and Rwanda (230V, 50Hz) are very similar. You shouldn't need a voltage converter for your electronics.
When packing for Rwanda, 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.


