Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
240V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
G
Plugs & sockets in Benin
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, E
Kuwait to Benin: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Getting ready for your journey from Kuwait to Benin? 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.
Kuwait uses Type G plugs, while Benin uses Type C and E. Since there is no overlap, you will need a travel adapter to plug in your devices. Make sure to pick one up before your trip or at the airport.
The voltage and frequency in Benin (220V, 50Hz) are close to Kuwait (240V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.
Don't forget that Benin 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.


