Travel Adapter for Mauritania: Do You Need One? (Samoa → Mauritania)Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Mauritania from Samoa, sorting out the power situation is one of the easiest pre-trip wins. Below you'll find the plug types, voltage, and frequency used in Mauritania, whether you need an adapter, and which devices are safe to plug in.

Do you need a travel adapter for Mauritania?

Yes, you'll need a travel adapter. Samoa outlets use Type I plugs, while Mauritania uses Type C. Because the two don't overlap, your Samoa plugs physically won't fit Mauritania's sockets without an adapter. Pick one up before you leave, since airport and hotel prices are usually marked up.

What plugs and sockets does Mauritania use?

Mauritania uses the following power plug: Type C (Europlug): two round pins, ungrounded, and the most widely used plug across Europe. Outlets run at 220V and 50Hz. Coming from Samoa (Type I), you'll want a Type C adapter to match these sockets.

Voltage and frequency in Mauritania

Mauritania runs on 220V at 50Hz, very close to Samoa (230V, 50Hz). That means voltage isn't a concern here, since your appliances won't be over- or under-powered, so no voltage converter is needed.

Will your devices work in Mauritania?

Phones, tablets, laptops, and camera chargers are nearly always dual-voltage (100-240V), so they work in Mauritania with just a Type C plug adapter, and no converter is required. Even heat-based appliances like hair dryers and straighteners should run fine given the matching 220V supply, though it's always worth a quick label check.

What travel adapter should you buy for Mauritania?

For Mauritania, look for an adapter that converts your Type I plug to Type C. A universal travel adapter is the most flexible choice, since it covers Mauritania plus most other destinations and usually adds built-in USB and USB-C ports so you can charge several devices from one socket. If you only ever visit Mauritania, a dedicated Type C adapter is smaller and cheaper.

Tips for charging your devices in Mauritania

Pack at least one adapter per traveler, and consider a small power strip from home, which turns a single Mauritania outlet into several. Ordering online before you fly is almost always cheaper than airport kiosks.