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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

C, F, L


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

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

Vatican City to Benin: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Whether it's a business trip or a vacation, traveling from Vatican City to Benin 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: Vatican City and Benin share compatible plug types (Type C). Your existing plugs should fit directly into Benin's outlets without any adapter needed.

On the voltage front, Vatican City (230V, 50Hz) and Benin (220V, 50Hz) are very similar. You shouldn't need a voltage converter for your electronics.

Most modern phone chargers, laptop adapters, and camera chargers are designed to handle 100-240V input, so they'll work anywhere with just a plug adapter. Heat-producing appliances like hair dryers and flat irons are often single-voltage, so check before you plug them in abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions

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