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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

220V

Frequency

60Hz

Plugs

C, F


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type F Plug
Type F Socket
Type F

Plugs & sockets in Benin

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, E


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type E Plug
Type E Socket
Type E

South Korea to Benin: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Getting ready for your journey from South Korea 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.

Since South Korea and Benin both support Type C plugs, you can use your chargers and appliances without a travel adapter. One less thing to worry about.

The voltage and frequency in Benin (220V, 50Hz) are the same as South Korea (220V, 60Hz), 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Both countries support Type C plugs, so your devices should fit Benin's outlets directly.