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🇨🇩 Power plugs & sockets in Democratic Republic of the Congo

In Democratic Republic of the Congo, power plugs and sockets are types C, D and E. The standard voltage is 220V at a frequency of 50Hz.

C · D · E
Socket types
220V
Voltage
50Hz
Frequency

Socket types used in Democratic Republic of the Congo

For each socket below you'll also see the matching plug. These are what you'll find in the wall.

Type C

Socket / outlet type C (3D)
Socket / outlet type C (Diagram)
Plug type C (3D)
Plug type C (Diagram)

Type D

Socket / outlet type D (3D)
Socket / outlet type D (Diagram)
Plug type D (3D)
Plug type D (Diagram)

Type E

Socket / outlet type E (3D)
Socket / outlet type E (Diagram)
Plug type E (3D)
Plug type E (Diagram)

Check your plugs for Democratic Republic of the Congo

Travelling from 🇺🇸 the United States to Democratic Republic of the Congo?

🔌 Adapter needed⚡ Voltage converter needed🕐 Frequency differs

Do your plugs fit in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

In Democratic Republic of the Congo they use sockets of types C, D and E. Your types A and B from the United States won't fit, so you need a power plug travel adapter.

Socket / outlet type C
C · Socket in Democratic Republic of the Congo
vs
✕Plug type A
A · Your plug A
✕Plug type B
B · Your plug B
✕ Socket C does not fit your types A and B
Socket / outlet type D
D · Socket in Democratic Republic of the Congo
vs
✕Plug type A
A · Your plug A
✕Plug type B
B · Your plug B
✕ Socket D does not fit your types A and B
Socket / outlet type E
E · Socket in Democratic Republic of the Congo
vs
✕Plug type A
A · Your plug A
✕Plug type B
B · Your plug B
✕ Socket E does not fit your types A and B

Voltage & frequency

🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
220V50Hz
🇺🇸 United States
120V60Hz

Do you need a voltage converter in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

⚡
Mind the voltage. The standard voltage in Democratic Republic of the Congo (220V) is much higher than in the United States (120V). Without a converter you risk serious damage to your devices.
🕐
Frequency differs. The frequency in Democratic Republic of the Congo (50Hz) differs from the United States (60Hz). Be extra careful with motorised devices and items with timers or motors (clocks, shavers, some medical devices).

Many chargers (phones, laptops, cameras) are labelled INPUT: 100–240V, 50/60Hz — those work anywhere and only need a plug adapter, never a converter. Always check the label.

Frequently asked questions

What plug type is used in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Democratic Republic of the Congo uses power sockets of types C, D and E. The standard voltage is 220V at a frequency of 50Hz.

Do I need a power plug adapter in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Yes. If you travel from the United States you need a power plug travel adapter for types C, D and E sockets in Democratic Republic of the Congo, because your types A and B plugs don't fit.

Do I need a voltage converter in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Yes. The voltage in Democratic Republic of the Congo (220V) differs from the United States (120V), so you need a voltage converter to protect your devices — unless a device is labelled 100–240V.

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