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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

240V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

G


Type G Plug
Type G Socket
Type G

Plugs & sockets in Mauritania

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C


Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C

Uganda to Mauritania: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Heading from Uganda to Mauritania? Plug types and voltage standards differ between countries, so a little preparation goes a long way. Here's a breakdown of what to expect at the wall socket.

Your Uganda plugs (Type G) won't fit Mauritania's outlets (Type C). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Mauritania before you depart.

The voltage and frequency in Mauritania (220V, 50Hz) are close to Uganda (240V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.

Rather than packing bulky converters, consider buying travel-sized dual-voltage versions of appliances you can't live without. For phones and laptops, all you'll need is the right plug adapter since their chargers almost always support worldwide voltage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Uganda uses Type G plugs and Mauritania uses Type C. Since these are incompatible, you will need a travel adapter.