Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, F
Plugs & sockets in Burkina Faso
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
C, E
Norway to Burkina Faso: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Whether it's a business trip or a vacation, traveling from Norway to Burkina Faso 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: Norway and Burkina Faso share compatible plug types (Type C). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Burkina Faso's outlets without any adapter needed.
On the voltage front, Norway (230V, 50Hz) and Burkina Faso (220V, 50Hz) are very similar. You shouldn't need a voltage converter for your electronics.
When packing for Burkina Faso, 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.
